Once you’ve chosen a destination for your next vacation or weekend getaway, the next thing that travel planners usually focus on is where to stay. It’s a decision that needs to be made early, especially during busy travel seasons, if you want to ensure that you can secure your first choice. It’s also a decision…
Zion National Park welcomes thousands of visitors every single month. While the very point of any national park is for visitors to have a chance to explore the wilderness and each park’s natural wonders, it is far from a free-for-all. There is a long list of rules and laws in place that help park officials…
There are dozens of hiking trails in Zion National Park. But when most visitors are planning a trip to the park, a few trails, in particular, tend to come to mind. For those with a taste for adventure, the hike to Angels Landing is often at the top of the list. Those who have visited…
Zion National Park is the ultimate vacation destination. And thanks to its large size, you could visit for several weeks and still not see everything. But if hiking every day isn’t your thing or you’re just looking for a chance of scenery, you’re in luck. There are plenty of state and local parks just a…
This Black Friday, skip the madness of the big box stores and head to Springdale Visitor Center instead! Starting today, Thanksgiving Day, and running through Sunday, December 1, everything in the store will be 40% off! From outdoor gear to souvenirs, you’ll find something for everyone on your shopping list–and maybe a few goodies for…
With the holiday season officially upon us, a few have already started their shopping, while others are destined to wait until the last possible moment. No matter your shopping style, you have plenty of options for your holiday shopping. But before you flip open your laptop to shop online or head to a big box…
Just 1.5 miles from the entrance to Zion National Park is an important resource for backpackers, hikers, families, or anyone else planning to visit the park. The Springdale Visitor Center offers a wealth of important park information, essential outdoor gear, and many other tools that can help enhance your Zion visit, keep you safe, and…
More than 50 percent of all Americans don’t use the vacation time allotted to them by their employer. Maybe you are the type of employee who uses up every last drop of time off. Or you prefer to treasure just a few short days. Either way its important to make the most of your vacation. …
A recent Facebook post from Zion National Park’s official page warned visitors about a strange sight they might see in the park: “Rodents of Unusual Size? I think they don’t exist”. – This squirrel, probably. However, if you’ve ever walked the Riverside Walk you know that we do have Rodents of Unusual Size, specifically overweight…
Labor Day weekend, and the unofficial end of summer is here. And after storms earlier in the season and a rockslide last week closed trails, the holiday crowds are sure to cause traffic and slow-downs in other popular areas. Here’s what you need to know to plan your Labor Day visit. Come Early If you…