Zion National Park

The Mountain of the Sun in Zion Canyon.
Follow the paths where people have walked for thousands of years. Gaze up at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into a brilliant blue sky. Experience the tall, stretching walls of a narrow slot canyon. Zion’s unique array of plants and animals will enchant you as you absorb the rich history of the past and enjoy the excitement of present-day adventures.
Map showing location of park.
Smoke rising from fire in Zion National Park
Wildfire reported on West Rim of Zion National Park
SPRINGDALE, UT – Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an approximately 25-acre fire in the West Rim area of Zion National Park. The fire was reported to park staff at approximately 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The cause of the fire has been determined to be a lightning strike.
A paved trail ascends up a hill into cottonwood trees.
Zion National Park reopens Weeping Rock Trail, shuttle stop
Zion National Park reopened the Weeping Rock Trail and nearby Shuttle Stop 7 for public use on Friday, Sept. 5, 2025. The closure, in place since a November 2023 rockfall, allowed maintenance crews to repair trail tread, railings, and stairs while geologists assessed the site.
Zion National Park rescinds Stage 2 fire restrictions, resumes year-round fire restrictions
At 12:01 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2025, Zion National Park rescinded Stage 2 fire restrictions and resumed its year-round fire restrictions, which are always in effect across the park to protect visitors, resources, and surrounding communities.
A fire in a valley releases smoke, which rises up towards an evening sky.
Wildfire reported in Kolob Canyons at Zion National Park
Wildland firefighters have been deployed to an approximately 16 acre fire in Kolob Canyons, Zion National Park.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Issued Across Utah
Due to extreme fire danger, persistent hot and dry weather, and an increase in statewide fire activity, interagency fire officials implemented Stage 2 Fire Restrictions beginning August 1, 2025, at 12:01 a.m.
A triangular sandstone mountain overlooks green and yellow foliage. A cloudy blue sky is overhead.
Photo by NPS/Shane Carte
The sun sets behind large red and white towers of sandstone.
Photo by NPS/Jesse Nelson
A sandstone and glass building surrounded by tall trees with a mountain behind it.
Photo by NPS
Tall, red, sandstone walls enclose a narrow river.
Photo by NPS
A red sandstone arch under a clear blue sky.
Photo by NPS