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A triangular sandstone mountain overlooks green and yellow foliage. A cloudy blue sky is overhead.

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Zion National Park

UT

The Watchman. Photo: NPS Photo / Shane Carte

Entrance
$35 per car
Nonresident fee
$100 per person, 16 and over
Park annual pass
$70, U.S. residents
Payment
Card or cash

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About Zion

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.

From the National Park Service.

Things to do

20 ideas in total on nps.gov. Descriptions from the National Park Service.

Photos

  • The sun sets behind large red and white towers of sandstone.
    The Towers of the Virgin Photo: NPS Photo / Jesse Nelson
  • A sandstone and glass building surrounded by tall trees with a mountain behind it.
    Zion Canyon Visitor Center Photo: NPS
  • Tall, red, sandstone walls enclose a narrow river.
    The Narrows Photo: NPS
  • A winding road runs through a forest as distant red sandstone cliffs glow in the evening sun.
    Kolob Canyons Scenic Drive Photo: NPS Photo / Wil Marischen
  • Distinct sandstone layers are exposed to a blue sky. Plateaus of white sandstone stand tall.
    East Side of Zion Photo: NPS Photo / Caitlin Ceci

Entrance fees

TypePriceValid forSeason
Private vehicle$357 daysAll year
Per person, 16 and over$207 daysAll year

The $100 nonresident fee

At 11 parks, each non-U.S. resident aged 16 or older pays a $100 nonresident fee on top of the standard entrance fee, unless admitted with an annual or America the Beautiful pass.

NPS Nonresident Fees, checked October 24, 2026

All valid America the Beautiful passes and park-specific annual passes cover entrance fees and nonresident fees for the pass holder and passengers in a private vehicle. The holder must be there.

NPS Nonresident Fees, checked October 28, 2026

At Zion, the $100 nonresident fee paid at entry covers the same 7-day entry period as the standard ticket. Keep your receipt for return visits within that period. A later entry period requires payment again unless a valid pass covers it.

Related: Zion standard 7-day entrance passes, checked October 28, 2026The linked public page documents the standard ticket period; it does not separately explain the nonresident fee re-entry period. This clarification applies to Zion only.

Resident rates and identification

Living in the U.S. on a visa and bringing a valid state-issued driver's license or ID? Zion entry uses resident rates. A visa category by itself is not the eligibility test. This does not establish eligibility for Senior or Access passes.

NPS accepted residency documents, checked October 28, 2026The public FAQ lists proof for the resident America the Beautiful pass. The direct-entry clarification here applies to Zion.

Check your residency documents before choosing a pass.

Park annual pass

The Zion Annual Pass is valid only at Zion and may be purchased in person. This pass is valid for 12 months from purchase month. This pass admits the pass holder and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle. You can buy this entrance pass at all entrance stations.

Check the park’s own purchase eligibility and coverage terms before buying.

Official park annual-pass terms

Reservations

The NPS data snapshot does not list an entry reservation here. This is not confirmation that none is needed. Check the park’s current requirements; campgrounds, roads and specific activities may need separate reservations.

Weather and seasons

Zion is known for a wide range of weather conditions. Temperatures vary with changes in elevation and day/night temperatures may differ by over 30°F (16°C). In summer, temperatures in Zion National Park often exceed 100°F (38°C). Zion experiences monsoons from mid-July into September that result in an increased risk of flash floods. Always be aware of the threat of storms and lightning and be prepared for a wide range of weather conditions. Winters are generally mild.

Hours

Zion National Park is open every day of the year.

Getting there

Zion National Park's South Entrance and administrative offices are located near Springdale, Utah. This area, called Zion Canyon, is where most campsites and popular hikes are located. Zion Canyon can also be accessed through the park's East Entrance, which is west of Mt. Carmel Junction, Utah. Once inside the park, Zion Canyon can be explored via the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. For most of the year, the scenic drive is only open to shuttle busses. Board shuttles at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center.

Campgrounds

Webcams

Visitor centers

Alerts

  • Information: Zion Mount Carmel Highway - Nightly Road Closures
  • Park Closure: Watchman Trail closed
  • Caution: Large vehicle restrictions on Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
  • Caution: Toxic cyanobacteria in rivers, streams, and pools
  • Information: Angels Landing Pilot Permit Program
  • Information: Please park legally and responsibly

As of October 29, 2026. Current alerts on nps.gov

Parks nearby

Sources

Prices checked by hand against the park's fees page on October 26, 2026 (page last updated June 6, 2026).

Zion National Park fees on nps.gov. Prices, park information and photos from the NPS Data API, checked October 29, 2026. Photos credited to the National Park Service.