Planning a trip to Zion National Park can be as challenging as exploring the park itself. The links below contain a wealth of information designed to help plan your visit and what you should know before you come.

The following park publications provide the best information about Zion National Park all year round.

2009 Spring Zion Map and Guide

2009 Winter Zion Map and Guide

2009 Zion Carte et guide (Francais)

2008 Summer Zion Map and Guide

To learn more about Zion's Centennial celebrations and activities in 2009 please check out the
Zion Centennial Newspaper

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Permits
Permits are required for all overnights, through hikes of the Narrows and tributaries, Left Fork of North Creek (the Subway), Kolob Creek, and all canyons requiring the use of technical equipment. Permits are issued at visitor centers the day before your hike. Reservations are available on-line for many permits.
Backcountry Information and Permits

Be Prepared
All narrow canyons are potentially hazardous. Flash Floods, cold water, and strong currents present real dangers that can be life-threatening. Your safety depends on your own good judgement, adequate preparation, and constant attention.
By entering a narrow canyon, you are assuming a risk. Your safety is your responsibility.

Hiking & Canyoneering
Hiking in canyons, even short hikes, requires advance planning. Many hikes involve walking in water, and the rivers and creeks are subject to flash flooding. River flows vary greatly depending on time of year and weather conditions. Check the National Weather Service weather forecast and flash flood potential before entering any canyon; posted daily in visitor centers.

Climbing
Zion's 2,000-foot cliffs are world renowned for their big wall climbs. Zion is not a place for inexperienced climbers. There are few top roping areas, and no sport climbs. Permits are not required for day climbs, but they are required for all overnight bivouacs. Notebooks of route descriptions are kept at the Zion Canyon Backcountry Desk. more...

Special Use Permits
(One time permits for special events, weddings, and filming)