Drive through the three main sections of Zion National Park: Kolob Canyon, Zion Canyon, and Zion Terrace. All three are very scenic and have many hiking opportunities.
Begin on your way to Springdale, the south entrance to Zion National Park.
More Info: Entrance Fees: 
ENTRANCE FEES
All park visitors are required to purchase a recreational use pass upon entering Zion National Park. Passes are non-transferable.
WEEKLY PASSES
Weekly passes are non-transferable and are valid for 7 consecutive days including the date of purchase.
Private Vehicle: $25. Valid for 7 days. Admits private, non-commercial vehicle (14 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants to Zion National Park including both the Zion Canyon and Kolob Canyon areas.
Motorcycle: $12. Valid for 7 days. Admits one individual on a private, non-commercial motorcycle to Zion National Park including both the Zion Canyon and Kolob Canyon areas. Any passengers pay the per person fee not to exceed the private vehicle fee of $25.
Per Person: $12. Valid for 7 days. Admits one individual with no car to Zion National Park including both the Zion Canyon and Kolob Canyon areas. - typically used for bicyclists, hikers and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free.
Zion Annual Pass: $50. Valid for 12 months from purchase date. Admits the pass holder/s and passengers in a non-commercial vehicle (14 passenger capacity or less) to Zion National Park.
National Park Annual Pass: $80 (Can be purchased online at http://www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm) Valid for one full year from month of purchase (through last day of that month). Allows pass owner and accompanying passengers in a single, private, non-commercial vehicle to enter Federally operated recreation sites across the country. Covers the pass owner and three (3) accompanying adults age 16 and older at sites where per person entrance fees are charged. No entry fee charged for children 15 and under. Photo identification will be required to verify ownership. Passes are non-refundable, non-transferable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.
Senior Pass: $10 US citizens over 62 years of age may purchase this lifetime Sr. Pass.
Kolob Canyon Area
If you are traveling from Salt Lake City on I-15, just 20 miles south of Cedar City is the Kolob Canyon Area of Zion National Park. There is a 10 mile scenic drive through the canyon that is well worth taking the time to drive.
More Info: Kolob Canyon:
The Timber Creek Overlook is a short (less than one mile round-trip) hike that begins at Kolob Canyons Overlook at the end of the canyon drive. It is 100 feet higher than the parking lot viewpoint and has a picnic area. It offers views of Kolob Canyons to the East, Pine Valley Mountain Range to the west, Timber Creek, and Red Butte. Sunset is the prettiest time to view.
Check in at your accommodations
Auto tour Hwy 9 (2-3 hours)
Drive the main highway through Zion National Park, up through the mile-long tunnel and east into the park’s Checkerboard Mesa area. Pick up a map and guide as you enter the park.
More Info: Tunnel Escort:
Most buses, RVs, trailers, and dual wheeled trucks require an escort to travel through the Zion-Mt Carmel Tunnel. There is a $15.00 fee per vehicle in addition to the entrance fee. Visitors should pay this fee at park entrance before proceeding to the tunnel. Required for all vehicles and trailers 7' 10" (2.4 m) in width and/or 11' 4" (3.4 m) in height or larger. Fee is good for 2 trips through the tunnel for the same vehicle within 7-day period.
Canyon Overlook stop (1 hour)
This short (1 mile round trip) hike on a well-marked trail leads to an overlook offering incredible views of lower Zion Canyon. It is rated as “moderate” because the trail surface is uneven. There is little elevation change. The trailhead is at the parking lot just beyond the east entrance to the mile-long tunnel.
Explore Zion Canyon (2-3 hours)
Cars are not allowed up Zion Canyon between May and November. Jump onto the park shuttle right outside your motel door in Springdale; ride the shuttle into Zion Canyon. Get out at each shuttle stop to view and photograph the sights, and to hike.
More Info: Shuttle Stops:
Court of the Patriarchs( .2 mi rt)
Zion Lodge-Emerald Pools trailhead (Lower-1.2 mi rt, Mid- 2 mi km rt, Upper- 3 mi rt)
The Grotto- Angels Landing trailhead (5 mi rt)
Weeping Rock- Weeping Rock trail (.4 mi rt)
Big Bend- View the Angels Landing ridge trail
Temple of Sinawava- Riverside trail to Narrows (2 mi rt)
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Drive Zion’s Kolob Terrace (3 hours)
This drive follows a backroad through a very scenic part of Zion National Park that is not usually seen by tourists. The road is paved but narrow, windy and steep in spots. It takes you up a mountain and into a lush forest, at the base of Zion’s trademark pastel-colored monoliths.
More Info: Directions:
Drive Hwy 9 west from Springdale for 11 miles to the town of Virgin
At Virgin, turn right onto the signed Kolob Terrace Road
Follow the Kolob Terrace Road for 20 miles to the Lava Point turnoff
Follow the gravel road 1.5 miles to Lava Point
Enjoy the view from the overlook
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