Zion Climbing Permits: Lottery, Walk-Ups, and Rules
Which Zion climbs need a permit, how the lottery works, and what to do when you lose it — plus the walk-up option most climbers never bother with.
Straight answers for planning a Zion trip
Which Zion climbs need a permit, how the lottery works, and what to do when you lose it — plus the walk-up option most climbers never bother with.
The Wave is not actually in Zion, the odds are poor, and the lottery is the easy part. Here is how it works and what to do when you lose.
Almost every canyon in Zion worth doing requires a permit. Here is what you need, how to apply, and the rules that come with it.
The Subway is quota-controlled in both directions. Here is how the lottery works, what walk-in permits actually offer, and how to not waste your application.
Zion's permit system covers three routes and confuses everyone else. Here is what needs a permit, what does not, and what to do when you lose the lottery.
A private shuttle in Zion buys comfort, timing, and a driver who knows the canyon. Here is how to book one, what it involves, and when it is worth the money.
How to get from St. George to Zion National Park without a car, using the shuttle that connects the city to Springdale and the park entrance.
A practical guide to the Red Rock Shuttle in Springdale — routes, booking, fares, discount codes, and how it differs from the free park shuttle.
Everything you need to know about taking a shuttle from Las Vegas to Zion National Park — booking, connections, and what to expect when you arrive without a car.
Zion National Park requires a permit for the chain-assisted final section of Angels Landing. Here is how the lottery works, how to apply, and what to do if you lose.