Zion National Park



Sheer red rock cliffs flank Zion Canyon, a lush wonderland of gentle waterfalls, wild gardens and hidden pools. Carved over millennia by tributaries of the Virgin River, the canyon is the heart of the park.
Numerous trails twist to these riparian sights while others zigzag to sky-high viewpoints. It’s all so idyllic that the park drew more than 4.4 million visitors in 2019, making it the fourth most-visited national park in the US. To relieve congestion, the park service bans cars from the Scenic Drive, which runs the length of the canyon, from mid-February through much of December. To enter the canyon during these months, visitors must walk, bike or reserve a spot on the park shuttle ($1 per person; www.recreation.gov). You can escape the worst of the crowds on strenuous trails, including the thrilling climb to Angels Landing, but you’ll still want to start early to avoid the crush.
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Zion National Park Tours

Best of the West
A grand tour of the American Southwest
11 daysFrom $2,151
Southwest Express
Whistle-stop tour of the wild Southwest
3 daysFrom $695

Classic Canyon Medley
Grand Canyon, Zion, Glen Canyon and the Colorado River
7 daysFrom $4,095
Zion And Beyond
Hiking and Exploring Zion, Bryce and Grand Staircase-Escalante
7 daysFrom $3,995
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