How Do You Visit Zion National Park?
The American Southwest is a magical place of wide-open horizons and fantastic landscapes. Zion National Park falls into the latter category. Zion is one of the most picturesque parks in the National Park System. It is distinguished by its towering sandstone cliffs, deep canyons, waterfalls and clear pools. The land within the park rises in elevation from approximately 3,700 feet to nearly 9,000, a span that gives rise to a variety of plant and animal species. You can enjoy Zion National Park every day of the year, but plan a visit in spring or autumn and you can enjoy the park without the crowds, the heat or the snow that are found in other seasons. Read through the National Park Service’s “Zion Map and Guide” before you leave home. The guide is available online (see link below), or you can send a written request for information to Superintendent, Zion National Park, Springdale, UT 84767-1099. You need to be aware of the Park Service rules for travel in Zion before you arrive. When you
