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Zion National Park

Partial closures

1 closure notice posted by NPS. Most of the site is still open.

Last checked Oct 24, 2026, 9:57 PM ET

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Current NPS alerts (6)

Information

Zion Mount Carmel Highway - Nightly Road Closures

Overnight tunnel closures are set for the tunnel on the Zion–Mount Carmel Highway (SR-9) inside Zion National Park starting Monday, Oct. 26 for fiber optic installation. See Utah Department of Transportation website for more information.

Last updated by NPS: Oct 22, 2026 · NPS alert source

Park Closure

Watchman Trail closed

The Watchman Trail is closed pending repairs.

Last updated by NPS: Sep 29, 2026

Caution

Large vehicle restrictions on Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway

Vehicles that exceed length, width, height, or weight limits cannot travel between Canyon Junction and the park's East Entrance. See the current limits on the page linked below.

Last updated by NPS: Sep 16, 2026 · NPS alert source

Caution

Toxic cyanobacteria in rivers, streams, and pools

Do not submerge your head in or drink instream water in Zion National Park.

Last updated by NPS: Sep 16, 2026 · NPS alert source

Information

Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program

All hikers need a permit to hike Angels Landing. Learn why you need a permit and how to get one using the link below.

Last updated by NPS: Sep 16, 2026 · NPS alert source

Information

Please park legally and responsibly

Zion has limited parking. Once parking spaces in Zion are full, visitors should park in Springdale. Please park only in designated spaces. Vehicles parked outside of designated spaces are subject to citation and towing.

Last updated by NPS: Sep 16, 2026 · NPS alert source

Weather alerts (National Weather Service)

No active NWS watches, warnings or advisories for the forecast zone and county at the park's central point.

About this site

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.

Type
National Park
State
Utah
Address
Zion National Park, 1 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767

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