Zion National Park Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Zion National Park. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Bryce Canyon & Zion National Parks from Las Vegas with Lunch, WiFi

• East Zion Crimson Canyon Hike & UTV Adventure

• East Zion Canyoneering: Elkheart Canyon & UTV Tour

• East Zion: Coral Sands Half-day Canyoneering Tour

• 2 Day: Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Zion Tour

You can visit Zion National Park on your own by purchasing a National Park pass. For US residents, passes start at US$35 per vehicle (covering all passengers), US$30 for a motorcycle, and US$20 per person for pedestrians and cyclists. Each pass is good for seven days. Non-residents pay an additional US$100 per person. If you plan to visit other US national parks within the next 12 months, consider buying an annual America the Beautiful Pass for US$80 for US residents and US$250 for nonresidents.

Yes, Zion National Park is worth visiting, even if you can only do a day trip from Las Vegas. While most national parks offer incredible scenery, Zion National Park is unique in that you're immersed in the dramatic surroundings, not admiring them from a distant overlook or crowded viewpoint. Its slot canyons and tower cliffs are nothing short of dramatic, especially if you experience them with a guide who can explain how they were formed and even teach you how to climb them safely.

Per one customer who booked the East Zion Crimson Canyon Hike & UTV Adventure, "It was a surreal experience. John and Paige were great guides, as they were supportive and informative. They informed us about each aspect of the canyon that we went through, and they even gave us tips and tricks on how to climb the rocks and boulders. I have never hiked or climbed mountains before, and they made my experience great and something to remember."

Ideally, visitors should set aside three days to explore Zion National Park. This is ample time to hike, tour on Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, and try horseback riding, biking, or canyoneering. In addition to the main section of the park, visitors can also explore the separate Kolob Canyons.

There are options available for tours inside Zion National Park and just outside its boundaries. Both private and group tours are offered for a range of activities, including biking, hiking, canyoneering, off-road adventures, helicopter rides, and horseback riding. The park also offers ranger-led tours and programs through its visitor centers.

No. Reservations are not required to enter Zion National Park, but visitors must pay the National Park fee or have a pass to enter. While the park is open to explore, permits may be needed for overnight backpacking, hiking Angels Landing, and for some technical activities, such as canyoneering.

To avoid crowds, skip Zion in June and July, when the park hosts more than 500,000 visitors monthly. The winter months of December–February see fewer than 150,000 monthly visitors, but there's the possibility of snow, cold nights, and limited access. Spring and fall, however, are good bets.

Zion National Park remains one of America's most beloved wilderness areas thanks to its unique geology, red rock scenery, and opportunities for outdoor adventure. This includes well-known hikes, such as the Narrows River and Angels Landing (reservation required), as well as biking, canyoneering, rock climbing, and horseback riding.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Zion National Park. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in nearby Las Vegas:

• Hoover Dam

• Las Vegas Strip

• Grand Canyon Skywalk

• Grand Canyon West Rim

• Colorado River

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Las Vegas.