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Zion Parking Lot Closing Temporarily

Zion Parking Lot Closing Temporarily

(Springdale, UT) — Visitors heading to Zion National Park are being told to plan ahead. Officials explained that’s because a parking lot will temporarily close on Tuesday for workers to re-stripe the asphalt. The lot is for the Zion Canyon Visitor Center and the park noted it will open in […]

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1st Electric Shuttle Bus Fleet Launches At Zion

1st Electric Shuttle Bus Fleet Launches At Zion

(Springdale, UT) — Zion National Park is getting visitors around in a quieter way. The park launched the first all-electric shuttle fleet earlier this week that officials believe will improve the experience of those coming to enjoy Zion. Officials also said this is the first all-electric fleet in the National […]

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Utah Among States With Highest NP Spending

Utah Among States With Highest NP Spending

(St. George, UT) — Utah residents and tourists are spending a lot of money in or near national parks. New federal data shows the Beehive State ranked third in the country after outdoor enthusiasts spent nearly two-billion dollars in communities near national parks. Only California and North Carolina saw a […]

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Airmen Honored For Rescue At Zion National Park

Airmen Honored For Rescue At Zion National Park

(Nellis AFB, NV) — The Air Force is honoring airmen for their actions in southern Utah earlier this month. A ceremony was held yesterday at Nellis Air Force Base for the seven airmen who rescued four people during a hiking trip in Zion National Park. The group became trapped when […]

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Zion Wildfire Grows To 24 Acres

Zion Wildfire Grows To 24 Acres

(Springdale, UT) — The wildfire in Zion National Park is growing in size. Utah Fire Info says the blaze grew to 24 acres as of yesterday afternoon and crews didn’t report any containment. Officials explained a local resident reported the blaze Wednesday afternoon and it led to the closure of […]

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Wildfire Reported In Zion National Park

Wildfire Reported In Zion National Park

(Springdale, UT) — A wildfire is burning in Zion National Park. Officials say a local resident reported the blaze yesterday afternoon and it was believed to be between three to five acres in size at the time. The park is unsure what caused it but National Park Service firefighters were […]

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Zion National Park Cautions Hikers During Heat Wave

Zion National Park Cautions Hikers During Heat Wave

(Springdale, UT) — Zion National Park officials are warning visitors and hikers about potentially record-breaking temperatures today. The park is accustomed to 100-degree temperatures hitting in July and August, not just as the summer is starting. Forecasters say the area could see temperatures reach as high as 108 degrees this […]

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Zion National Park Announces Vehicle, Route Changes

Zion National Park Announces Vehicle, Route Changes

(Springdale, UT) — Some types of popular recreational vehicles and large buses will be rerouted off the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway where it comes across the Zion National Park starting next year. Park officials described the changes last week, noting these are needed to reduce vehicle collisions and address other issues […]

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Zion National Park Pleads For Patience Over Holiday Weekend

(Springdale, UT) — Officials at Zion National Park are asking for patience this holiday weekend. Monday is Memorial Day and with it comes an extended weekend and heavy traffic at the park. The park told those planning to visit “to be realistic about what to expect,” such as long lines […]

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New Concessioner At Zion National Park

New Concessioner At Zion National Park

(Springdale, UT) — There’s going to be a new concessioner at Zion National Park for the first time in more than half a century. Zion officials announced this week Destination Zion Lodge will take over various services starting next year, including food, beverage and retail. It’s unclear what the financial […]

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