Zion National Park Trip Planner

Published 2022-03-20
Are you planning a trip to Zion and wondering what the best hikes are, when to go, or where to stay? Or maybe you need to know how to ride the shuttle, how to be safe, and what other things you can do near Zion National Park. We cover all of these things in this trip planner video. Through maps and video, we walk you through everything you need to know to visit beautiful Zion National Park.

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⚡Take the stress out of planning your trip with our must-have, travel guide! Through detailed maps and step by step instructions, we’ll show you the most efficient way to visit the best sights and avoid the crowds to make the most of your vacation. Get yours here: wereintherockies.com/store/

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⚡Watch our Southern Utah playlist:    • Playlist  
⚡Watch our Bryce Canyon playlist:    • Bryce Canyon  
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⚡Watch What We Learned Hiking the Narrows - Tips for First-Timers:    • What we learned hiking the Narrows: T...  
⚡Watch How to Hike Angels Landing in 2022 [lottery, hike, overview, tips]   • How to hike Angels Landing [Lottery, ...  
⚡Watch How to Use the Zion Shuttle System in 2022:    • How to use the Zion Shuttle System  
⚡ Watch 23 Great Things to do in St George:    • 23 great things to do in St George, U...  
⚡Read about where to Camp, Glamp, or Boondock: wereintherockies.com/zion-national-park-where-to-c…

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⚡Angels Landing Lottery: www.recreation.gov/permits/4675310
⚡For the most up-to-date information about Zion: www.nps.gov/zion/index.htm
⚡Zion Shuttle Times: www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/zion-canyon-shuttle…
⚡Tunnel Permits for Large Vehicles, RV's & Trailers: www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/the-zion-mount-carm…
⚡Zion Brochure & Map: www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/upload/ZionUnigrid.…
⚡Narrows maps: www.zionguru.com/hiking-the-narrows
⚡Flash floods: www.nps.gov/zion/planyourvisit/flash-flood.htm

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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:39 Overview of Video
1:42 Surrounding Areas
2:40 Overview of Zion
3:53 Riverwalk & The Narrows
6:17 Angels Landing & Lottery Info
9:53 Emerald Pools, Grotto Trail, Checkerboard Mesa
12:31 Bike Rentals & Ranger Programs
14:55 Jeep Tours
15:32 Cedar Breaks & State Parks
16:43 St George & Kanab
18:43 Getting There & Where to Stay
22:06 Getting Around
27:40 What to Pack
32:42 Safety
35:03 Best Time to Visit
36:45 Where to Stay
41:29 Campgrounds
43:03 Typical Day in Zion
46:27 Self-Guided Tours

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All Comments (21)
  • @mannygorin7788
    After 4 years of pain and extreme patience, we cannot wait our next family trip to come very soon !!! You guys are the best guides ever 😊
  • @cocoyc495
    I just got back from Zion. I purchased your guide and it was very helpful! The shuttle system within the park is very easy to use. People can hike up to Scout Lookout (where the chains start at Angle's Landing) without a permit. Many people don't mention this and assume a permit is needed to do all 5 miles. The permit is only needed from Scout Lookout to the end/top of Angel's Landing. This is a great hike alone. It's strenuous, but very safe and you get a great view of the canyon from high above.
  • You two do a really great job on these videos - The southwest is one of my favourite spots especially for the mountain biking and you both really do a great job of covering so many useful points. Thank you!!!! Plottin a trip for late March/early April 2023 and these are perfect for planning!
  • I love your channel! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us!
  • @scarletz6720
    i really loved your videos and your solid advices. thanks for sharing. looking forward to your new epics.
  • @iwertzberger3198
    Sweet couple! God bless. Very informative video. Just what I was looking for
  • @jazziered142
    I went to Zions last year, and it's spectacular.
  • @enoshkazem2325
    this and other videos by you guys are really great - appreciated!
  • This is such a great detailed planning video of Zion. Thanks so much guys.
  • Thank You so much for all the information ,about Zion National park . We are looking forward to our trip , out to Utah and then some .
  • @jeremyb6501
    Thank you for the in depth review. Lots of great information!
  • @7bigapple
    I'm so glad you mentioned St. George as a town to stay! much more reasonable rates for ppl on a budget. thank you!
  • @Kaygeedagee
    The most comprehensive video I’ve seen. Thank you!
  • @MonaMorgan
    This video was so helpful. Thank you so much!
  • @jessieyuan1602
    Thanks for the nice video, a lot of info and very helpful!
  • @YungMamba404
    I’m goin in early May and have been watching this channel to get me ready. I can’t wait