The Watchman. Photo: NPS Photo / Shane Carte
- Entrance
- $35 per car
- Nonresident fee
- $100 per person, 16 and over
- Park annual pass
- $70, U.S. residents
- Payment
- Card or cash
Work out the cost for your group
About Zion
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.
Things to do
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Angels Landing
On and after April 1, 2022 hikers continuing to Angels Landing from Scout Lookout are required to have a permit, obtained on recreation.gov.
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Canyon Overlook
Long drop-offs, mostly fenced. Rocky and uneven trail ends at a viewpoint for Pine Creek Canyon and lower Zion Canyon.
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Climbing in Zion
Zion National Park's 2,000-foot sandstone cliffs are world renowned for their big wall climbs and adventurous nature.
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Grotto Trail
The trail connects the Zion Lodge to the Grotto and is near the road most of the way.
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Kayenta Trail
The moderate, 2.0 mi (3.2 km) Kayenta Trail follows the Virgin River before ascending to the Lower and Upper Emerald Pool Trails.
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La Verkin Creek Trail to Kolob Arch
The La Verkin Creek Trail to the Kolob Arch allows hikers outstanding opportunities for solitude in a primitive area of Zion Wilderness.
Photos
The Towers of the Virgin Photo: NPS Photo / Jesse Nelson 
Zion Canyon Visitor Center Photo: NPS 
The Narrows Photo: NPS 
Kolob Canyons Scenic Drive Photo: NPS Photo / Wil Marischen 
East Side of Zion Photo: NPS Photo / Caitlin Ceci
Entrance fees
| Type | Price | Valid for | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private vehicle | $35 | 7 days | All year |
| Per person, 16 and over | $20 | 7 days | All year |
The $100 nonresident fee
At 11 parks, each non-U.S. resident aged 16 or older pays a $100 nonresident fee on top of the standard entrance fee, unless admitted with an annual or America the Beautiful pass.
All valid America the Beautiful passes and park-specific annual passes cover entrance fees and nonresident fees for the pass holder and passengers in a private vehicle. The holder must be there.
Official pages call the $100 a per-person fee but do not say how long it lasts. Forum answers say it shares the 7-day entrance window; some tour operators say it is charged per entry. Our totals charge it once per park visit of up to 7 days.
Park annual pass
The Zion Annual Pass is valid only at Zion and may be purchased in person. This pass is valid for 12 months from purchase month. This pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. You can buy this entrance pass at all entrance stations.
A park's own annual pass is sold to U.S. citizens and residents only. A U.S. resident who holds one covers everyone in their private vehicle, including nonresident passengers.
Reservations
NPS lists no entry reservation for this park as of October 26, 2026. Campgrounds and tours may still need booking.
Weather and seasons
Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F (16°C). In summer, temperatures in Zion National Park often exceed 100°F (38°C). Zion experiences monsoons from mid-July into September that result in an increased risk of flash floods. Always be aware of the threat of storms and lightning and be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions. Winters are generally mild.
Hours
Zion National Park is open every day of the year.
Getting there
Zion National Park's South Entrance and administrative offices are located near Springdale, Utah. This area, called Zion Canyon, is where most campsites and popular hikes are located. Zion Canyon can also be accessed through the park's East Entrance, which is west of Mt. Carmel Junction, Utah. Once inside the park, Zion Canyon can be explored via the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. For most of the year, the scenic drive is only open to shuttle busses. Board shuttles at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.
Campgrounds
- Lava Point CampgroundBook on Recreation.gov
- South CampgroundBook on Recreation.gov
- Watchman CampgroundBook on Recreation.gov
Webcams
Visitor centers
Alerts
- Information: Zion Mount Carmel Highway - Nightly Road Closures
- Park Closure: Watchman Trail closed
- Caution: Large vehicle restrictions on Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
- Caution: Toxic cyanobacteria in rivers, streams, and pools
- Information: Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program
- Information: Please park legally and responsibly
Parks nearby
Sources
Prices checked by hand against the park's fees page on October 26, 2026 (page last updated June 6, 2026).