12 Best Hikes in Zion National Park (2026): Trails, Permits & Current Closures

The Virgin River winding between tall canyon walls in The Narrows, Zion National Park

The 12 best hikes in Zion National Park, from Angels Landing and The Narrows to Scout Lookout, Emerald Pools and quiet Kolob Canyons trails, with distances, difficulty, permits, shuttle stops and the October 2026 trail and road closures.

Best Time to Visit Zion National Park (2026): Month-by-Month Guide

View north over Zion Canyon and the Virgin River from the Angels Landing trail

The best time to visit Zion National Park is late April to May and late September to October. Here’s the month-by-month guide to temperatures, crowds, the 2026 shuttle schedule, The Narrows, Angels Landing and the best time for every type of trip.

Zion to Bryce Canyon Road Trip (2026): Route, Best Stops, RV Rules & Itinerary

Sandstone formations along the east side of Zion National Park near the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway

The complete Zion to Bryce Canyon road trip guide: distance and driving time, the best route step by step, Red Canyon and other stops, 2026 RV size limits on the Zion tunnel road, winter driving and 3- to 5-day itineraries.

Things to Do in Zion National Park (2026): Best Hikes, Weather, Hotels & Trip Guide

Sandstone cliffs of Zion Canyon lit by early morning sun in Zion National Park, Utah

From The Narrows and Angels Landing to Emerald Pools, Canyon Overlook and Kolob Canyons, here are the best things to do in Zion National Park, plus shuttle tips, weather by season, permits, hotels and 1-3 day itineraries.