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Zion
A canyon park in southwestern Utah where sheer red-and-white Navajo sandstone cliffs rise over the Virgin River. Visitation has nearly doubled since 2010, reaching a peak of five million in 2021, and the park now manages access to its most popular trail, Angels Landing, through a permit lottery. Shuttle buses are the only way into Zion Canyon during the busy season, yet wait times and trail crowding remain persistent concerns.
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Zion
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Saturation snapshot
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Severely overtouristed
Last updated: 2026-05-30
Movement through central areas is slow — expect to dodge and wait. Lines at major sights routinely exceed 1–2 hours without pre-booking. Iconic views are difficult to photograph without crowds in frame. Local residents have publicly raised concerns about visitor volume.
Restrictions, taxes & fees
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Private vehicle entrance pass (7 days)
Non-commercial vehicle with up to 15 passengers entering Zion National Park
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35.00 USD | — | nps.gov |
2026-05-30
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Individual (walk-in/bicycle) entrance pass (7 days)
Single visitor entering without a vehicle, aged 16 and over
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20.00 USD | — | nps.gov |
2026-05-30
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Non-US resident surcharge (per person)
Each non-US resident aged 16 and over, in addition to the standard entrance fee
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100.00 USD | — | nps.gov |
2026-05-30
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Angels Landing seasonal permit (application fee, up to 6 people)
Application to hike the chained half-mile section to Angels Landing summit
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6.00 USD | — | nps.gov |
2026-05-30
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