Springdale
A red-cliff town right next to Zion's south entrance, with hotels, restaurants, and outdoor gear rentals concentrated in one place. It is the most convenient home base for exploring Zion.
The town stretches along Zion Park Boulevard, with red cliffs such as The Watchman rising behind it. You can walk to the park's south entrance and visitor center. During peak season, free shuttles run up and down the main street. Parking in town and then taking a shuttle into the park avoids the crowded park lots. The town has several outdoor shops that rent gear for slot canyon wading, along with galleries and restaurants. Strolling the streets in the evening to watch the cliffs glow at sunset is very pleasant. Lodging prices are high in peak season. For budget options, consider Hurricane to the west.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Zion National Park
- Watchman Trail
- Pa'rus Trail
- Zion Human History Museum
- Canyon Junction Bridge
- Zion–Mount Carmel Highway & Tunnel
- Court of the Patriarchs
- Canyon Overlook Trail