ZION NATIONAL PARK - White Thrones and Weeping Walls
The heart of the Park is Zion Canyon, a breathtaking meander of massive vertical sandstone walls, glistening pools and delicate waterfalls. Nearby Springdale has complete visitor services.
Zion National Park - Utah's oldest national park, designated in 1919, Zion's soaring towers and monoliths offer a quiet grandeur.
Open year round. Visitor Center open every day except Thanksgiving Day, December 25, and January 1.
Address: Springdale, UT 84767
Phone: (435) 772-3256
Zion Canyon Giant Screen Theatre - A 70 mm film format theatre featuring the film Zion Canyon Treasure of the Gods portraying different eras of exploration in the Zion Canyon area.
Open year round, except December 25.
Address: 145 Zion Park Blvd. Springdale, UT 84767
Phone: (435) 772-2400
WEATHER INFORMATION
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This area averages 14.4 inches of precipitation annually
CITIES WITH ACCOMMODATIONS
Springdale, UT - Destination City - 25 properties
Hurricane, UT - 21 miles from Springdale - 8 properties
St. George, UT - 34 miles from Springdale - 46 properties
RESTAURANT SUGGESTIONS UNIQUE TO THE AREA
*Switchback Grille - Wood-fired pizza, steaks, chops, and made-to-order pasta. Indoor and outdoor seating with magnificent views of Zion - in Springdale.
Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Phone: (435) 772-3700
*Bit & Spur - Mexican selections to delight every taste - in Springdale.
Open daily for dinner, saloon open until midnight.
Phone: (435) 772-3498
*Bumbleberry Restaurant - Home of the famous Bumbleberry pie and seasonal cabaret-style melodramas - in Springdale.
Open six days a week.
Phone: (435) 772-3224
*Flanigans Inn - Moderately priced, casual dining in a lodge-like atmosphere with beautiful views of Zion - in Springdale.
Open for dinner, reservations suggested.
Phone: (435) 772-3244
*Pioneer Family Restaurant - The home of the home-cooked meal - in Springdale.
Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Phone: (435) 772-3009
*Zion Lodge - Full menu dining room and exceptional views of Zion National Park - in Zion National Park.
Open year-round for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Phone: (435) 772-3815
*Sol Foods - Specialty market and deli with gourmet, ethnic and organic foods. Fresh baked goods, sandwiches, sliced meats and cheeses - in Springdale.
Open daily.
Phone: (435) 772-0277
*Can accommodate coach tours.
ROUTING TO ADJACENT DESTINATIONS
Drive times adjusted for local speed limits - See routing map below
Destination - St. George: From Springdale, proceed west on state Route 9 to I-15. Continue south on I-15 to St. George, Utah. Distance: 42 miles - 45 minute drive time.
Destination - Bryce Canyon National Park: From Springdale, proceed east on state Route 9 to U.S. 89. Continue north on U.S. 89 to junction of state Route 12. Proceed east on state Route 12 to state Route 63 and continue south to Bryce, Utah. Distance: 83 miles - 1 hour 45 minute drive time.
Destination - Cedar City: From Springdale, proceed west on state Route 9 to state Route 17. Continue north on state Route 17 to the junction of I-15. Proceed north on I-15 to Cedar City, Utah. Distance: 60 miles - 1 hour drive time.
Destination - Kanab: From Springdale, proceed east on state Route 9 to U.S. 89. Continue south on U.S. 89 to Kanab, Utah. Distance: 41 miles - 1 hour drive time..
All information subject to change without notice. 4/2001