Zion National Park, Utah. Zion Lodge.

Activities

Zion Lodge offers a unique experience for outdoor adventures and sightseeing. Surrounded by spectacular 2000 foot canyon walls, at Zion Lodge there is a view from everywhere. The Narrows, Angels Landing, and Emerald Pools are just a few of the 200 miles of picturesque trails in Zion National Park. Other exciting activities at Zion include climbing and horseback riding. After an exhilarating day in the park, you are invited to browse our gift shop or enjoy a relaxing dinner in our full service dining room.

During the summer, park rangers offer complimentary short talks at the visitor center as well as evening programs in the campground amphitheater and Zion Lodge. Program schedules are posted at the visitor center and on bulletin boards throughout the park. For more information regarding park programs and activities visit the Zion National Park website.

Hiking

Zion offers many trails, ranging from short leg stretchers to strenuous adventures. For an easy, scenic jaunt, try Pa'rus Trail, a paved, carefree alternative for bicyclists, pedestrians, and people with strollers and wheelchairs to visit the lower Zion Canyon. For more information about hikes and walks in the park, visit www.zioncanyon.com/hikes.html. To find out what's blooming and when, visit www.nps.gov/zion/interp/wotsup.html.

Horseback Riding

This is always a spectacular way to see the Canyon. Contact the lodge for more information or visit the Canyon Trail website. Canyon Trail Rides, P.O. Box 128, Tropic, Utah 84776, phone 435.679.8665 or 435.834.5500.

Cycling

Zion is a popular cycling destination. Bike rentals are available through various rental companies throughout the Springdale area.

For more ideas of what to do, including suggested itineraries and local events calendar, visit www.ZionPark.com, the Zion Canyon Visitor Bureau website.