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Zion National Park
United States

Zion National Park

Red rock canyons, slot hiking, and desert beauty

Best time: Mar-May, Sep-Nov · Typical stay: 2–4 days

Monthly overview

Each month classified using local weather, crowds, and prices.

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Seasons

Mar-May

12-30°C

Perfect hiking weather, wildflowers, Angels Landing permit lottery, crowded

Crowds: very-highPrice: moderate

Jun-Aug

22-40°C

Scorching heat, dangerous midday hiking, Narrows popular, extremely crowded

Crowds: very-highPrice: high

Sep-Nov

10-28°C

Best time, perfect temps, golden cottonwoods, still busy but manageable

Crowds: highPrice: moderate

Dec-Feb

0-14°C

Cold, occasional snow, peaceful canyon, some trails icy, very affordable

Crowds: lowPrice: very-low

Top experiences

  • Angels LandingIconic chain-assisted hike (permit required)
  • The NarrowsWade through Virgin River canyon
  • Observation Point via East MesaBest canyon viewpoint
  • Emerald Pools TrailEasy waterfall hike
  • Canyon Overlook TrailShort hike with big views

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