"The breathtaking beauty of Zion National Park" Zion National Park by karenincalifornia

Zion National Park Travel Guide: 572 reviews and 1,231 photos

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Hiking in the Park

Zion National Park in Utah is a geological wonder. The hiking trails are dramatic. Within a couple of hours, you can reach breathtaking vistas. This shot was taken in early morning at the rim overlooking the entire canyon.

Natural sculpting

Narrow Gorge in Zion Nat'l Park

Fascinating sights lie around every bend. This picture shows the results of hundreds of thousands of years of water rushing through narrow gorges.

Rock layers in Zion National Park

Layers of sandstone in Zion National Park

The Zion Park geological formations are Mesozoic and cover about 150 million years of geologic time. The top layer of the Grand Canyon, Kaibab Limestone, is the bottom layer of Zion National Park.
A significant part of the Park is Navajo sandstone. This picture shows the many layers of sandstone deposited over millions of years.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Breathtaking beauty, less crowded than many national parks
Cons:Hot in July and August
In a nutshell:A gem of a national park

Last visit to Zion National Park: Jul 2002
Intro Updated Dec 7, 2003
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Reviews (6)

Great for a family gathering Hotels (2)

Zion Ponderosa is perfect for a family reunion, and that's exactly what brought me here. This is the newest addition to... more travel advice

Climbing wall at Zion Ponderosa - Zion National Park

One stop lodging Hotels (2)

Zion Ponderosa is a family type resort in a beautiful setting. Your lodging price covers everything - a roof over your... more travel advice

Where's the spa? Things to Do (2)

Lest you wonder if I actually made it to the top, here's the proof. more travel advice

No water at this vista point - Zion National Park

Hot, hot, hot! Warnings and Dangers (1)

In July and August, temperatures can reach over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Take plenty of water on your hikes. The good... more travel advice

Restaurants (1)
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KiKitC Jan 12, 2009 at 3:16 AM

Great pictures and tips. I am absolutely in love with Utah and cannot wait to get back. Have a great birthday!
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Yaqui Oct 24, 2007 at 12:09 PM

God has sure created so many things for us to enjoy. What a lovely place. Glad you enjoyed a trip and family! Happy Trails! PS hope the rating went thru, VT was acting up:-(
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Nemorino Oct 11, 2005 at 12:39 PM

Is there still such a thing as ViewMaster slides? I used to have some of Zion National Park when I was a child -- but I've never actually been there. Those warm homemade chocolate chip cookies every afternoon sound great.
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Cruefan Jun 10, 2005 at 4:24 PM

Great pictures and tips.. :)
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herzog63 Nov 30, 2004 at 4:07 PM

Of the US National Parks that I haven't been to Zion is the one that I want to go to the most!! Looks wonderful!!
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scottishvisitor Nov 19, 2004 at 1:12 PM

I love national parks & the great outdoors................would love to go but not in July or August.............We had our first snow fall today!!
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ettenaj Aug 19, 2004 at 3:02 PM

The ponderosa sound like a great place to stay
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in4ik Mar 5, 2004 at 8:48 AM

:)) Great proof that you made it! I wanna go there so badly!
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Easty Feb 29, 2004 at 7:13 PM

Thanks for the helpful comments you posted for me last week. Some great photos on your page too.
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mtncorg Feb 25, 2004 at 1:13 PM

East Rim is definitely a Zion highlight along with Angels Landing. Good to see you made it up top.