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 The
Zion Canyon Scenic Drive is by shuttle bus only from early April through
the end of October. Private vehicles are not allowed. All other parts
of the park are open to private vehicles. The shuttles operate in two
loops, one making six stops in the town of Springdale and the other making
eight stops at points of interest in the park. The shuttle is free. Each
bus is fully accessible and can carry two bicycles. There is room onboard
for packs, coolers, and strollers. Pets are not allowed, and may be boarded
locally.
It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to visit the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, follow these
steps:
1. Park
Parking at the visitor center is full between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily.
To avoid parking hassles, leave your car in the town of Springdale and
ride the town shuttle to the park. Enter the park on foot at the Zion
Canyon Giant Screen Theater. Tune your radio to 1610 AM for more information.
2. Plan
Use GO-UTAH.COM to plan your visit based on your time and your interests
(sightseeing, hiking, and more). Think about purchasing a book
or map to help you plan your trip. A schedule of Ranger-led activities
is available at the Zion National Park Visitor Center.
3. Ride
Free buses run from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. as often as every six minutes.
See schedule below. Buses are fully handicapped accessible. Pets are
not allowed. View
Shuttle Map
Springdale Loop
First bus leaves Eagle’s Nest to the park at 5:30 a.m.
6:30-7:30 a.m. every 30 minutes.
7:30-11 a.m. every 10 minutes.
11 a.m.-4 p.m. every 15 minutes.
4-9 p.m. every 10 minutes.
9-11 p.m. every 30 minutes.
Zion Canyon Loop
First bus leaves visitor center to Temple of Sinawava at 5:45 a.m.
6:30-7:30 a.m. every 30 minutes.
7:30-9 a.m. every 15 minutes.
(7:30-9:30 a.m. every 10 minutes Saturday and Sunday.)
9-10 a.m. every 10 minutes.
10 a.m.-6 p.m. every 6 minutes.
6-8 p.m. every 10 minutes.
8-9 p.m. every 15 minutes.
9-9:30 every 30 minutes.
Last bus departs visitor center to Temple of Sinawava at 9:30 p.m.
Last buses leave Temple of Sinawava at 10:15 and 11 p.m.
Last buses leave Zion Lodge at 10:30 and 11:15 p.m.
Round trip takes a minimum of 90 minutes. This
schedule is subject to change.
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