Park Planner National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior

The official planner of Zion Map & Guide Winter 2004/2005

Planning Your Winter Visit What’s Inside Information and Services ...... 2 BE PREPARED FOR A WIDE RANGE OF WEATHER CONDITIONS. SNOW Clear days may become quite warm, reaching 60°F; nights are conditions and temperatures vary at different elevations. often in the 20s and 30s. Winter storms can last several days and Hiking ...... 3 cause roads to be icy. Be prepared for winter driving conditions Fall days are usually clear and mild; nights are often cold. Fall color from November through March. Weather ...... 3 displays begin in September in the high country and peak in by late October. Spring is unpredictable. Stormy, wet days are common, but warm, Maps & Trail sunny weather may also occur. Precipitation peaks in March. The Guide ...... 4-5 Winters in Zion Canyon are fairly mild. Storms bring rain or light spring wildflower bloom usually starts in April. snow to the canyon, but heavier snow to the higher elevations. Park Profile ...... 6

Zion Canyon Field Making The Most of Your Time Institute Classes ...... 7 Tunnel Information...... 8 Drives Visitor Centers Winter Hiking The shuttle system does not operate in Zion Canyon Visitor Center Hikers should be flexible and plan to turn Large Vehicle winter. It will begin again in April. The Zion At the south entrance; across the river back if trail conditions are unsafe or falling Restrictions ...... 8 Canyon Scenic Drive is open to private from Springdale. Exhibits and a three- ice is a hazard. vehicles November 1 through March 23. dimensional model of Zion Canyon help you plan your visit and make the most of Zion Canyon Zion Canyon Scenic Drive your time. An animated computer simula- Trails usually have patchy snow, ice, or Visitor Center Hours 6 miles. Short drive along the canyon floor. tion demonstrates the geologic processes mud during winter and spring. Portions of November 1, 2004 - March 5, 2005 Be prepared for hazardous driving that created Zion Canyon. Rangers are several trails, including Emerald Pools, Zion Canyon 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. conditions during and after storms. Icy available to answer questions and issue Weeping Rock, and Riverside Walk are closed Dec. 25 History Museum 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m spots remain through the winter. backcountry permits. Books, maps, and hazardous when icy and may be closed closed Dec. 25 film are available. because of ice falling from above. The Sand Kolob Canyons 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Bench and Watchman Trails are usually closed Nov. 24 & 10 miles. Steep drive up switchbacks and Zion Human History Museum snow free, but muddy in spots. Trails Dec. 25 through tunnels to Checkerboard Mesa. One-half mile north of the south entrance. leading to higher elevations such as See large tunnel limitations on page 8. Be Exhibits show how humans have influ- Observation Point, Angels Landing, and March 6 - April 16, 2005 prepared for hazardous driving conditions enced, and been influenced by Zion. Hidden Canyon are often hazardous Zion Canyon 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. during and after storms. Icy spots remain Orientation film, information desk, and because of ice. History Museum 8 a.m. – 5 p.m all winter. books available. Kolob Canyons 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. High Country Kolob Terrace Road Orientation Film West Rim, Wildcat Canyon, and all east Emergencies 14 miles. Steep uphill drive with Twenty-two minute film highlights the side trails are covered with up to three feet Call 911 or 772-3322 24 hours a day or switchbacks to the high country. Not features of the park. Shown by request of snow in winter and are icy or muddy in contact a Park Ranger. recommended for long vehicles. The road daily 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the hour and spring. Kolob Canyons trails are snow is plowed for the first 14 miles north of half hour in the Human History Museum. covered most of the winter. Lost and Found Virgin, . The rest of the road, includ- Items may be reported at any visitor ing Lava Point, is closed by snow. Kolob Canyons Visitor Center Southwest Desert center. Off Interstate 15 at Exit 40, 45 miles north Chinle Trail, Coalpits, and Huber Washes Kolob Canyons of Springdale and 17 miles south of Cedar offer good hiking during dry weather and 5 miles. Uphill scenic drive skirting the City. Exhibits explain the geology, plants, are the most accessible for winter hiking Kolob finger canyons. The road is plowed, and animals of the area. Rangers are and backpacking. but may be temporarily closed during available to answer questions and issue storms or plowing. backcountry permits. Books, maps, and film are available. National Park Service This is Canyon Country U.S. Department of the Interior

Zion National Park Steep Cliffs Flash Floods judgement, adequate preparation, and Trails can be covered with snow and ice in All narrow canyons are potentially hazard- constant attention. Don’t ruin your winter. Loose sand or pebbles on stone are ous. Flash floods, often from storms miles vacation by having an accident. Your safety Superintendent very slippery. Be careful of cliff edges when away, present a real danger and can be life is your responsibility. Jock Whitworth using cameras or binoculars. Never throw threatening. Flash floods can occur at any or roll rocks; there may be hikers below. time of day or year. By entering a narrow Water Mailing Address •Stay on the trail. canyon, you are assuming a risk. The desert is dry, even in winter. Carry Zion National Park •Stay back from cliff edges. enough water for everyone in your group. Springdale, Utah 84767 •Observe posted warnings. Judgement Water is available at visitor centers, •Parents-watch your children! Whether hiking, climbing, or driving, your campgrounds, and . Do not Web Site safety depends on your own good drink untreated water. www.nps.gov/zion

Park Headquarters 435 772-3256 Fax 435 772-3426

E-mail [email protected]

For Employment with the National Park Service: www.usajobs.opm.gov. Annete Werderich Seasonal jobs: www.sep.nps.gov. This symbol is a warning. Falls from cliffs on these Flash floods occur without warning. This one was in It happened in seconds. A hiker would not survive. trails have resulted in death. North Creek, July 25 2002. Information and Services

Emergencies Entrance Fees Other Campgrounds Private camp- Climbing For 24-hour emergency response, call 772- All passes available at entrance stations. grounds with showers and hookups are Climbing on Zion’s sandstone requires 3322 or 911. Zion Canyon Medical Clinic is Private Vehicle $20 per vehicle, good for 7 available outside the park. appropriate hardware and technical skills. in Springdale, reduced winter hours, 772- days in Zion National Park. $10 per vehicle Climbing information is available at visitor 3226. The nearest hospitals are in St. for Kolob Canyons section only. Fires centers. Climbing and rappelling is George, Cedar City, and Kanab. Individual $10 per person (pedestrian, Fires are permitted only in the fire pits prohibited on the cliffs above Middle and bicycle, motorcycle, and organized group), provided at campgrounds and some picnic Lower Emerald Pools and Weeping Rock. Accessibility good for 7 days in Zion National Park. areas. Bring or purchase your firewood; Some routes may be closed to climbing Restrooms, visitor centers, the museum, Zion Annual Pass $40, good for one year collecting wood is not permitted. Fires are when Peregrine Falcons are nesting. A and Zion Lodge are fully accessible. from date of purchase at Zion National not permitted in the backcountry at any permit is required for overnight climbs. Several campsites are reserved for people Park only. time; use a stove to cook. with disabilities, and two trails are acces- Commercial Tours Ask for rates. Horseback Riding sible. Golden Age Passport $10 lifetime pass for Winter Sports Guided trips are available March through U.S. residents 62 or older. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are October, (435) 679-8665. For private stock Pets National Parks Pass $50, good for one possible in the higher elevations of Zion use, contact a visitor center. Pets must be under physical control on a year from date of purchase in all areas of National Park and in nearby Cedar Breaks leash no longer than six feet at all times. the National Park System. National Monument. For information on Watercraft They are not allowed in the backcountry, Golden Eagle Passport $65, good for one routes, snow conditions, weather, and Watercraft designed and manufactured for on trails, or in public buildings. Pets may be year from date of purchase in all federal safety, check at the visitor centers. whitewater use are allowed by permit when walked on the Pa’rus Trail. Boarding fee areas. Recreational snowmobiling is not permit- the water level exceeds 140 cubic feet per kennels are available in Rockville, Hurri- Golden Access Passport Free lifetime pass ted in the park. second. Inner tubes are not allowed. cane, Kanab, St. George, and Cedar City. for U.S citizens with permanent disability. Backpacking Food Service Do Not Feed The Animals Camping Permits are required for all backcountry Zion Lodge Dining room serves breakfast, Wildlife are wild. Keep them that way by Watchman and South Campgrounds camping and are based on group size. 1-2 lunch, and dinner. Dinner reservations are not feeding, touching, or getting close. Near the south entrance to the park. people:$10, 3-6 people: $15, 7-12 people: advised: (435) 772-3213. Feeding wildlife is illegal. Deer will kick and Watchman Campground is open all year, $20. Maximum group size is 12 people. Other Food Service Restaurants are have been shot as a result of becoming sites are first-come, first-serve November Permits and hiking information are available in Springdale, Mt. Carmel aggressive. Squirrels will bite and can carry 1-April 1. The fee is $16 a night, $18 per available at both visitor centers. See the Junction, and Kanab. bubonic plague. Turkeys will run at people night with electric hookups, $20 per night Zion Backcountry Planner for more Groceries Grocery stores available in when begging and hop on cars, scratching for river sites (half price for holders of information. Springdale and Kanab. Convenience stores the paint. Golden Age/Access Passports). Reserva- available in Mt. Carmel Junction. tions may be made five months in advance Bicycling Driving for April 2-October 31; 800 365-2267 or Bicycles are permitted only on established Lodging •Watch carefully for animals, especially at http:/reservations.nps.gov. roads and the Pa’rus Trail. Cyclists must Zion Lodge Three miles north on Zion dawn and dusk. Group Campsites Available April through obey traffic laws. Bicycles are not allowed Canyon Scenic Drive. Open year-round. •Never stop in the road. Use established October by reservation to organized on hiking trails or off-trail. Riding through Motel rooms, cabins, and suites available. pullouts. groups of 9-40 people for $3.00 per the Zion-Mt. Carmel tunnel is prohibited. Zion Lodge also has a gift shop and post •Bicyclists and pedestrians have the right- person per night; 800 365-2267 or http:// Bicycles must be transported through the office. Reservations recommended: (303) of-way. reservations.nps.gov. tunnel by motor vehicle. 297-2757 or www.Xanterra.com. •Drive only on established roads, and park Facilities Restrooms, drinking water, Other Lodging Available in Springdale, only in designated areas. Watch for falling picnic tables, fire grates, and dump Rockville, Mt. Carmel Junction, Kanab, rocks. stations. Cedar City, and other nearby towns.

2 Zion Map & Guide Winter Hiking ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Emerald Pools Trails

WINTER HIKING, EVEN SHORT WALKS, REQUIRES Zion Narrows THIS SERIES OF POOLS AND WATERFALLS MAY ledge that parallels the lower trail but at a advance planning. Trails in the higher Narrows day-use permits are not issued in be accessed by three different routes. higher level. Connects to lower pool trail to elevations will be snow covered, and the winter because of cold water, low air These trails, as well as a short trail to the form a 1.6-mile loop. Do not go near the canyon trails can be icy in the winter and temperatures, and short days. Yo u m a y upper pool, connect and can be edge. Deaths have occurred from falling muddy in the spring. Hikers should be take a short day-hike from the end of the combined as a loop. There is always a from the middle pools. Ice, snow, loose flexible and turn back if trail conditions are Riverside Walk. Dry suits are essential gear small waterfall at the lower pool. If it sand, or pebbles on stone are very slippery. unsafe. Check the National Weather for winter hikes in the Narrows. Talk to a rains, or if snow is melting, there may be Service forecast posted daily in visitor Park Ranger for details. larger waterfalls at both the upper and Upper Emerald Pool Trail centers and Zion Human History Museum. Backpacking lower pools. Moderate, .3-mile from Middle Pool Trail Park Rangers can provide trail informa- Highcountry trails will be snow covered, one-way, 200-foot ascent. A sandy, rocky tion. See the Zion Backcountry Planner. requiring skis or snowshoes. Trails in the The trails may be closed at times during trail climbs to the base of the cliff. Permits southwest desert offer good winter hiking the winter because of ice on the trails or Permits are required for overnight back- during dry weather. Ask a Park Ranger for ice falling from above. Kayenta Trail packing trips, climbing bivouacs, all details. Permits are required for overnight Moderate, 1-mile one-way, 150-foot ascent. through-hikes of the Narrows and tribu- trips. Lower Emerald Pool Trail Unpaved climb to a sandstone ledge, taries, the Subway, Mystery Canyon, and Be Prepared Easy, .6-mile one-way, 69-foot ascent. connects The Grotto Picnic Area to the all canyons requiring the use of rappelling Your safety depends on your own good Paved trail to the pool, then continues Emerald Pools. or climbing equipment. Permits are issued judgement, adequate preparation, and behind the waterfalls that cascade from at both visitor centers beginning at 8 a.m. constant attention. Your safety is your the middle pools into the lower pool. Grotto Trail the day before your hike. Check responsibility. Guidebooks can be helpful, Easy, .5-mile one-way, level. Trail connects www.nps.gov/zion for Mystery Canyon and but are not a substitute for sound judge- Middle Emerald Pools Trail Zion Lodge to The Grotto Picnic Area. Subway lottery applications and back- ment. Moderate, 1-mile one-way, 150-foot Can be linked with Emerald Pools and country reservations. Reservations are not Books and Maps ascent. Unpaved climb to a sandstone Kayenta Trails allowing a 3-mile loop hike. required but are recommended. Reserva- Topographic maps and guidebooks are tions; $5. Permits; 1-2 people:$10, 3-6 available from the Zion Natural History ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ people: $15, 7-12 people: $20. Association bookstores in both visitor Group Size centers. They may be purchased in The maximum group size is 12 people of advance through the mail. A catalog is the same affiliation on the same trail or in available at www.zionpark.org. See page 7 The the same drainage on the same day. Small for ordering information. Grotto groups are encouraged. Kayenta Trail

Upper Emerald Grotto Trail Pool Trail Lower Emerald Pool Trail

Middle Emerald Pools Trail WARNING! STEEP Zion Lodge CLIFFS

Snow blankets Zion Canyon two or three times a year.

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Temperature (°F) normal daily max 52 57 63 73 83 93 100 97 91 78 63 53 normal daily min 29 31 36 43 52 60 68 66 60 49 37 30 extreme high 71 78 86 94 102 114 115 111 110 97 83 71 extreme low -24 1223224051503323136 days above 90°F 0001821302818300 days below 32°F 19 14 10 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 9 18

Precipitation (inches) normal 1.6 1.6 1.7 1.3 0.7 0.6 0.8 1.6 0.8 1.0 1.2 1.5 maximum 7.5 6.7 7.1 4.4 3.0 4.0 3.6 4.8 6.7 3.3 3.2 4.3 max 24 hour 1.6 1.3 0.9 1.2 1.8 2.2 1.1 1.6 1.4 1.3 1.3 2.0 maximum snowfall 26 18 14 3 T 0 0 0 T 1 5 21 days w/precipitation 778653564456

no. thunderstorms 00014514155200 Utah juniper on a winter sunrise.

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Winter Hiking Hikers should be flexible and turn back if trail conditions are unsafe. Trails can be snow covered and icy. Stay on established trails and watch your footing, especially near drop- offs. Always stay back from edges. Watch children closely. Ice, snow, loose sand, or pebbles on stone are very slippery. Be careful of edges when using cameras or binoculars. Never throw or roll rocks; there may be hikers below.

Trail Round Trip Ascent Description Trailhead (mi/km) (avg.time) (ft/m) Zion Canyon Pa'rus Trail 3.5/5.6 1-1/2 hrs. 50/15 Easy Paved trail follows from Zion Canyon South Campground to Canyon Junction. 1 Visitor Center

Weeping Rock 0.5/0.8 1/2 hour 98/30 Short but steep Minor drop-offs. Paved Weeping Rock trail ends at a rock alcove with dripping 2 parking lot springs. Trailside exhibits. May be icy, closures possible.

Riverside Walk 2.0/3.2 1-1/2 hrs. 57/17 Easy Minor drop-offs. Paved trail follows Temple of Virgin River along bottom of narrow 3 Sinawava canyon. Trailside exhibits. May be closed because of ice falling from above.

Lower Emerald 1.2/1.9 1 hour 69/21 Easy Minor drop-offs. Paved trail to lower Pool pool and waterfalls. May be closed opposite Zion because of ice falling from above or on 4 Lodge trail.

Middle Emerald 2.0/3.2 2 hours 150/46 Moderate Long drop-offs. Loop trail to Pools lower and middle pools. May be icy, opposite Zion closures possible. 4 Lodge

Canyon Overlook 1.0/1.6 1 hour 163/50 Moderate Long drop-offs, mostly fenced. Zion-Mt.Carmel Rocky, uneven trail ends at spectacular Highway-east viewpoint of lower Zion Canyon and Pine 5 of long tunnel Creek Canyon. May be snow covered and icy.

Watchman 2.7/4.3 2 hours 368/112 Moderate Minor drop-offs. Ends at Zion Canyon viewpoint of lower Zion Canyon, Oak 6 Visitor Center Creek Canyon, and town of Springdale. May be muddy.

Hidden Canyon 2.0/3.2 3 hours 850/259 Strenuous Long drop-offs. Not for anyone Weeping Rock fearful of heights. Ends at mouth of 7 parking lot narrow canyon. May be snow covered and icy.

Angels Landing 5.0/8.6 4 hours 1488/ Strenuous Long drop-offs and narrow The Grotto 453 trail. Not for anyone fearful of heights. 8 picnic area Ends at summit high above Zion Canyon. Last 0.5 mi (0.8 km) follows steep, narrow ridge; chains have been added. May be snow covered and icy.

Observation Point 8.0/12.0 5 hours 2148/ Strenuous Climbs through Echo Canyon Weeping Rock 655 to Observation Point. Excellent views of 9 parking lot Zion Canyon. Trail gives access to other East Rim plateau trails: Cable Mountain and Deertrap Mountain. Snow and ice likely.

Sand Bench 3.6/5.8 3 hours 500/152 Moderate Loop trail passes ancient Zion Lodge landslide and Streaked Wall. Good views 10 of lower Zion Canyon and the Three Patriarchs. Good winter hike. Trail used by horses in summer.

Kolob Canyons Timber Creek 1.0/1.6 1/2 hour 100/30 Moderate Follow ridge top to small peak Overlook with views of Timber Creek, Kolob Terrace Kolob Canyons and Pine Valley Mountains. Commonly 11 picnic area snow covered.

9 Taylor Creek 5.0/8.6 4 hours 450/137 Moderate No drop-offs. Follows Middle 2 mi. east of Fork of Taylor Creek past two homestead 12 Kolob Canyons cabins to Double Arch Alcove. Commonly Visitor Center snow covered.

Kolob Arch 14/22 8 hours 699/213 Strenuous Ends at Kolob Arch. 15 Lee Pass Descent Commonly snow covered. Las 13 Zion Map & Guide 5 Entrance Fees at Free Summer Shuttle System Work About 80% of your entrance fees now IN WINTER THE ZION CANYON SCENIC DRIVE IS OPEN TO PRIVATE To avoid parking hassles, leave your car in the town of Springdale vehicles. From March 24 through October 31, it is accessible by and ride the town shuttle to the park. Enter the park on foot at the stay right here in the park. Although fees free shuttle bus only. Private vehicles are not allowed. One loop Zion Canyon Giant Screen Theater. If staying at the campground, have increased, the Fee Demonstration includes nine stops in Zion Canyon, and a second includes nine leave your vehicle at your campsite and walk to the visitor center. Program and other recent legislation has stops in the town of Springdale. Shuttles depart each location Tune your radio to 1610 AM for more information. enabled Zion to continue to enhance often throughout the day. You may get on and off the shuttle as your visit and protect park resources. many times as you wish. Riding the shuttle on both loops is free. 2. Plan Entrance fees are being used to operate Visitors with reservations at Zion Lodge will receive a red permit Use the exhibits at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center to plan your visit the shuttle system. This winter the in the mail or may pick one up in person at the Zion Canyon based on your time (less than 3 hours or more than 3 hours) and historic Nature Center will be rehabili- Visitor Center, allowing them to drive to the lodge in their private your interests (sightseeing, hiking, and more). Check the schedule of tated. In addition, user fees made the vehicle. Ranger-led activities and the park bookstore for maps and books to following projects possible: enhance your visit. •Rehabilitate Weeping Rock and Emerald Easy as 1-2-3 Pools Trails It’s easy to use the shuttle; follow these three steps: 3. Ride •Re-roof Zion Museum Free buses run from dawn to late evening as often as every six •Replace Oak Creek sewer 1. Park minutes. Buses are fully accessible. Pets are not allowed. •Rehabilitate Watchman Campground Parking at the visitor center is full between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily. •Build Emergency Operations Center

This winter the Nature Center will be rehabilitated, made accessible, and converted into a year-round facility.

Shuttle bus in Zion Canyon. Park Profile

Established Elevation Plant Life Mukuntuweap National Monument, 1909; Lowest: 3,666 ft (1,128 m), Coalpits Wash Richest diversity of plants in Utah--almost expanded in 1919 as Zion National Park. in the southwest corner. Highest 8,726 ft 800 native species. Differences in eleva- Kolob Canyons section was added in 1937. (2,660 m), Horse Ranch Mountain in the tion, sunlight, water, and temperature Current size: 229 square miles (147,000 Kolob Canyons section. create “microenvironments,” like hanging acres). gardens and forested side canyons. Precipitation Significance Zion Canyon average: 15 inches. Animal Life Established to preserve and protect 75 species of mammals, 290 birds, 32 aesthetic and scientific values: Name reptiles and amphibians, 8 fish. Commonly •Zion features stunning scenery found Zion, a Hebrew word referring to a place seen animals include mule deer, rock nowhere else on earth. of safety or refuge, given to this canyon by squirrels, lizards, and many species of •Zion is a geologic showpiece with Mormon pioneers in the 1860s. Kolob, in birds. Rare or endangered species include sandstone cliffs among the highest in the Mormon theology, is a heavenly place the Peregrine Falcon, Mexican Spotted world. close to God. Owl, Southwest Willow Flycatcher, desert •Zion features one of the last mostly free- tortoise, and the Zion snail, found flowing river systems on the Colorado Geology nowhere else on earth. Plateau. Sedimentary rock, mostly sandstone. •Zion features a large, diverse plant and Some limestone, shale, mudstone, and Human History animal community. conglomerate. Mostly Triassic through Evidence of Ancestral Puebloans date •Zion features evidence of human Jurassic (250 million to 150 million years from about 2,000 years ago; Southern occupation both historic and prehistoric, ago). Some recent volcanic activity in the Paiutes from 800 years ago. Mormon including excellent examples of Civilian form of cinder cones and lava flows. settlers arrived in the 1860s. Visitation in Geology in action; rockfall on the Zion Canyon Scenic Conservation Corps work. 1920 was 3,692; in 1997, 2.5 million. Drive, February, 2004. 6 Zion Map & Guide Zion Canyon Field Institute Zion National Park, Springdale, Utah 84767 435 772-3264 www.zionpark.org

Educational Adventures in Zion All classes include hiking which ranges Black & White Photography Nov. 25 To Enroll Imagine hiking with a wildlife biologist to from moderate to strenuous. Most classes Winter In Zion Photography Dec. 10 Visit our website at www.zionpark.org or watch bighorn sheep on the East side of also include an indoor component such as stop by the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. Zion National Park. Capture the photo- a lecture, slide presentation, demonstra- Service Projects Call us for a free catalog of workshops at graph of a lifetime when a rainbow tion, or time to examine animal or plant Participants have the opportunity to get a 435 772-3264 or 800 635-3959. Fees range appears against the West Temple. Find the specimens. “backstage” view of Zion, to learn from $25-$80 per day. tracks of ringtails and wild turkeys in the intensively about a single subject, and to Private Workshops fine sands of a dry wash. Marvel at a Fall and Winter Workshops 2004-2005 be part of a project that benefits Zion Our “Explore Zion” program provides scorpion visible in the dark under the Geology Nov. 5-6 National Park. private workshops for your small group or beam of an ultraviolet light. View a bat up Pioneer Voices Nov. 6 family scheduled at your convenience. close during a mist-net study. Discover Zion In Black & White Nov. 26 and map an unrecorded archaeological Winter Photography Dec. 11 Zion Natural History Association site. Winter With A Naturalist Jan. 22 & Feb. 6 Springdale, Utah 84767 phone 435 772-3264 fax 435 772-3908 www.zionpark.org Native Plants Feb. 5 These are experiences that Zion Canyon Astronomy Feb. 11 The Zion Natural History Association is a non-profit organization established in 1931 to Field Institute (ZCFI) participants enjoy Astronomy For Families TBA support education, research, publication and other programs for the benefit of Zion during their workshops. The Field National Park, Cedar Breaks National Monument, and Pipe Spring National Monument. Institute strives to educate and inspire Spring & Summer 2005 Financial support by ZNHA members combine with sales from our bookstores to visitors to the greater Zion National Park just a preview…more to be announced provide parks with approximately $300,000 in aid annually. Join us as a member of ecosystem and environment. ZCFI is the Spring In Zion Apr. 7 ZNHA today and receive a 20% discount on Field Institute workshops and on pur- educational division of the non-profit Geology Apr. 16 chases at ZNHA bookstores. Order books by phone at 800 635-3959 or our website: Zion Natural History Association, Earth Day Apr. 23 www.zionpark.org. Find hundreds of books, posters, t-shirts, and other Zion items at publisher and seller of books on Zion Spring Photography Apr. 29-30 our website. National Park and related subjects for Edible Plants May 14 over 70 years. The Field Institute sponsors Zion Photography May 17 Zion Trip Planning Package 1, 2, and 3-day outdoor workshops with East Zion June 3 Plan your vacation to Zion National Park with our hand-selected publications. Includes expert and engaging instructors and Zion Narrows June 11 & 25 the books: Zion, Towers of Stone; Zion Shuttle Guide; Guide to Zion National Park; challenging itineraries that immerse Summer Photography June 14 Introduction to the Geology of Zion National Park; and a Zion topographic map. ($29.30 participants in the park and stimulate Zion By Moonlight June 20 value) Only $22.95 (All books are also available for individual purchase.) investigation of its many natural and Bat Biology & Conservation Aug. 19 cultural resources. These workshops take Zion National Park Orientation Video/DVD place at and around Zion National Park, Fall 2005 Enjoy the official National Park Service orientation video to Zion in your own living- Cedar Breaks National Monument and Geology Workshop Sep. 9 room. Learn about plants, animals, geology, park history, and what to see and do in Pipe Spring National Monument. Narrows Service Projects Sep. 10 & 24 Zion. Autumn Photography Sep. 21 23 minutes, color. VHS $9.95, DVD $14.95 We are called a Field Institute because our Zion History Picnic Sep. 24 primary classrooms and lecture halls are Writing Workshop Oct. 8-9 Maps of Zion the vast canyons and formations of Fall Foliage Photography Oct 20-22 From topo maps, to geologic maps, to maps on CD-Rom; call us for details on which magnificent Zion NationalPark. Geology of Zion Nov. 4-5 map will fit your needs.

Help Support Zion National Park Become a member of ZNHA and enjoy benefits for yourself today while you also help Zion tomorrow. ZNHA supports the Junior Ranger program, publishes books on Zion and contributes to park interpretive programs as well as providing free visitor information about the park. Individual $35 per year Family $50 per year As a member you receive your 20% discount on books and workshops, receive a ZNHA newsletter, a beautiful Zion membership pin, and a holiday gift. Most importantly, your membership helps ensure future educational and research activities in Zion. Name ______Address ______City ______State _____ Zip ______Make checks payable to ZNHA. Mail to: Zion Natural History Association, Zion National Park, Studying a bat caught in a mist net. Bat Biology and Potting native plants to take home. Native Plants Springdale, Utah 84767. We also accept credit cards. Call 800 635-3959 for details. Conservation. Workshop.

Zion Map & Guide 7 Tunnel Information & Large Vehicle Restrictions ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ Tunnel Limitations During the winter season, escorts must be arranged at the Large Vehicle Parking The Zion - Mt. Carmel Tunnel is between the East Entrance and entrance stations, Zion Canyon Visitor Center, Zion Human The Weeping Rock parking area has a Zion Canyon. It was built in the 1920s when cars were small and History Museum, Zion Lodge, or by phoning 435 772-3256. From small turnaround space. The Temple of few in number. November 1 through March 23, escorts may be scheduled Sinawava can have heavy traffic conges- between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. daily. tion on busy weekends and holidays Vehicle Size throughout the winter. Vehicles sized 7'10" in width or 11'4" in height, and/or larger, are You will not be following an escort vehicle through the tunnel. required to have an "escort" (traffic control) through the Zion- Rangers will stop oncoming traffic and when the tunnel is clear Weeping Rock Mt. Carmel Tunnel. Vehicles this size are too large to stay in their you will drive down the middle of the road. We apologize for the Vehicles longer than 19 feet may not park lane while traveling through the tunnel. Nearly all RVs, buses, delays that many visitors will encounter as a result of this safety at Weeping Rock at any time. trailers, dual-wheel pickups, 5th wheels, campers, and boats will precaution. require an escort. Temple of Sinawava Prohibited Vehicles Vehicles longer than 19 feet may park in Arranging An Escort •Vehicles over 13'1" tall. •Semi-trucks. •Commercial vehicles. the designated parallel spaces and in the Visitors requiring an escort must pay a $10 fee in addition to the •Vehicles carrying hazardous materials. •Vehicles weighing more shuttle loading and unloading zone in front entrance fee. Pay this fee at either park entrance before proceed- than 50,000 lbs. •Single vehicles over 40' long. •Combined ○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○○ of the shade structure. ing to the tunnel. The fee is good for two trips through the tunnel vehicles over 50' long. •Bicycles and pedestrians. for the same vehicle during a 7-day period.

The tunnel was built for cars like this 1930s model. Some modern vehicles require the whole tunnel to themselves. Please park in designated sites and not on the side of the road, as shown here.

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If your vehicle is 11’4” (3.4m) tall or taller or 7’10” (2.4m) wide or wider, including mirrors, awnings, and jacks, you will need a tunnel escort. Printing made possible by the Zion Natural History Association. Printed with SOY INK 7’10” Printed on recycled paper. Please recycle again. 2.4m 10-2004 5 4 3 2 1 8 Zion Map & Guide