(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(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 […]
(Springdale, UT) — Investigators are trying to determine the cause of death of a hiker who was found unresponsive at Zion National Park in Washington County. Park officials received a report a male hiker was found yesterday afternoon at Scout Lookout, according to a park news release. Attempts to revive […]
(St. George, UT) — Four projects looking to help protect and improve public lands in Southern Utah are underway. The Zion National Park Forever Project group has taken on four projects this year. The projects are restoring the Pine Valley Ranger Station and the Brian Head Peak Overlook, the new […]
(Zion National Park, UT) — Officials at Zion National Park are very happy with efforts to reduce congestion and overcrowding on the trail that leads to Angels Landing. The superintendent of the park says the pilot program that began two years ago has helped hikers have better experiences while traveling […]
