Zion National Park

6th Annual Zion National Park Plein Air Art Invitational Coming In November

It's never too early to plan a national park escape, and November will be a great time to visit Zion National Park to enjoy not only the colorful fall weather in southern Utah, but also to attend the Sixth Annual Zion National Park Plein Air Art Invitational.

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By NPT Staff - April 25th, 2014 3:03am

Trail Closures Planned At Zion National Park This Summer

Trailwork in Zion National Park this summer will require the closure of some trails in the Weeping Rock area, according to park officials.

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By NPT Staff - March 31st, 2014 3:03am

House Of Representatives Asked To Dilute Antiquities Act

Acadia National Park. Grand Canyon National Park. Zion National Park. These parks, and dozens of other units of the National Park System, have been created through presidential decree. On Wednesday, though, the House of Representatives will be asked to approve legislation that would greatly dilute that power for future presidents.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 25th, 2014 1:43pm

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Zion National Park Records Second Base Jumping Fatality This Year

For the second time this year, a thrill-seeker has died at Zion National Park as the result of a BASE-jumping attempt that went awry.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 24th, 2014 12:24pm

Zion National Park Might Ticket Illegal Parkers

There are only so many vehicles you can squeeze into Zion National Park, and fewer parking spots. And with spring weather in the offing, park rangers just might start ticketing folks who park in the wrong spot.

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By NPT Staff - March 15th, 2014 4:06am

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Which National Park Drives Are On Your 2014 Calendar?

With the travel season not too far off, you should be planning your national park adventures. If you're looking for a great scenic drive, we offer the following for your consideration.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 28th, 2014 3:41am

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Seasonal Climbing Closures Coming To Zion National Park

Climbing routes on cliffs used by nesting Peregrine Falcons in Zion National Park will be temporarily closed beginning March 1 to protect the nesting success of this bird, which is in recovery from “endangered species” status.

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By NPT Staff - February 25th, 2014 4:42am

Zion National Park Completes Management Plan For Virgin River And Its Tributaries In Park

Zion National Park has completed a plan to guide management actions and visitor use on the Virgin River and its tributaries.

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By NPT Staff - February 24th, 2014 3:35am

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Cyclist Seriously Injured Trying To Ride Through Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel In Zion National Park

A Utah cyclist was seriously injured when he collided with a wall while trying to ride with seven others through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel in Zion National Park.

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By Kurt Repanshek - February 22nd, 2014 6:07pm

Zion National Park Searching For Better Way To Manage Desert Bighorn Sheep

Desert Bighorn sheep just might be the wildlife attraction at Zion National Park in southwestern Utah. And while the herd has grown quite a bit in recent years, park officials want to get a better grip on managing the animals.

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By NPT Staff - February 18th, 2014 3:15am

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