A winter visit to Zion offers unique opportunities to see the park with less crowds and heat but also brings its own safety concerns. Here's what local guides and park staff recommend for a successful ...

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With a little planning and the right cold-weather gear, winter can be a wonderful time to experience Utah’s "Mighty Five" national parks. Southern Utah offers plenty of opportunities for hiking and ...

With Zion Scenic Drive open and Angels Landing permits easier to snag, winter is the best time to visit Zion National Park.

On Nov. 12, SFGATE visited the park to document the incidents and found a dozen examples painted on and carved into the park’s famed red rocks. The vandalism was first discovered by retired National ...

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Discover what’s new around Zion National Park for 2026, from hot springs and a new golf resort to reopened trails, shows, and scenic adventures.

Zion National Park is stunning and peaceful in winter, with fewer crowds and rare access to scenic drives by personal vehicle. Winter visitors can hike quieter trails, stargaze under dark skies, and ...