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NATURAL WONDERS



Zion National Park, and the many regions immediately surrounding Zion Park, are all natural wonders. If you want to see natural wonders, all you have to do is arrive to this greater Zion National Park region. What is best described as naked geology attracts nearly three million visitors per year to the 147,000-acre park each year. Long ago under a shallow sea, then a river delta and finally an inland lake bed, the present canyon was formed by four distinct geological processes over eons that are clearly visible throughout the canyon. 

Canyons

Orderville Canyon is just north of and feeds into the Narrows and we give you lots of information on this favorite Zion canyon. However, due to the unique geology of the area, many canyons formed in this elevated plateau known as Grand Staircase Escalante, the Grand Canyon being just one. We guide you to the canyon experiences you don’t want to miss. > See More

Lakes

Lake Powell and Lake Mead are great examples of places to go for general recreations such as boating waterskiing, and camping. Smaller reservoirs such as Jordanelle Reservoir and Deer Creek Reservoirs are excellent fishing destinations. We feature the well-known water destinations as well as some of the best kept secret water experiences in the region. > See More

Rivers

The gentle Virgin River is actually what carved out Zion canyon. The river itself offers a good number of recreation opportunities, from fishing to rafting depending on the season. It and other major southwestern rivers eventually flow into the larger Colorado River, which has it all: rafting, fishing, floating, kayaking. But for those looking for additional river adventure, we let you in on some of the best of the rest. > See More

Rock Formations

The Navajo sandstone that dominates Zion canyon has created some of the most spectacular rock formations in the world. When the shuttles are running, the drivers provide a fantastic tour of many of the canyon’s most famous formations. The scenic drive also takes you past one of the largest arches in the world, slowly eroding in the cliff wall. The famous Arches national park and other great geological area’s are also within driving distance. Rocks are what the Southwest is all about. Let us be your guide to the top rocks in the region. > See More

Waterfalls

The spectacular Zion cliffs are the perfect foil for the Virgin River, creating spectacular waterfalls into the canyon. A short walk is all that it takes to reach the first waterfall at Emerald Pools, and Mystery Falls is only just around the bend up The Narrows. Of course plenty of falls await the hiker who looks for them in the many areas surrounding the park. Can you add to our list?  > See More

Miscellaneous

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Landscapes

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A Zion Park vacation is one big scenic road trip. Explore our sample routes and scenic drives here.
A Zion Park vacation is a trip of a lifetime. You need to know what gear to pack and wear while visiting the spectacular natural wonder. Backpacker provides what you need to get properly geared up.