Getting around Zion by shuttle
Zion runs two free shuttles, and together they are the simplest way to plan your days. The in-park Zion Canyon Line carries you up the canyon to the trailheads — private cars cannot drive it most of the year. The Springdale Line runs through town to the entrance, so you can park once and ride in without moving the car or fighting for the in-park lot. Here are both lines, stop by stop, with what each one puts you within walking distance of and where you can park.
Getting around
Getting around Zion by shuttle
Getting in
- East Entrance On the Zion–Mount Carmel Highway through the tunnel — the quieter way in, and the trailhead for Canyon Overlook. Canyon Overlook Trail
- South Entrance The main entrance at Springdale, steps from the Visitor Center and the canyon shuttle. Where most visitors arrive.
Zion Canyon Line
The free in-park shuttle up Zion Canyon Scenic Drive. Private vehicles can't drive the canyon most of the year, so this is how you reach the trailheads.
When it runs Runs whenever private cars are barred from Zion Canyon Scenic Drive — typically early March through late November, plus a short winter-holiday period. Roughly 6 AM to 8 PM, every 7–15 minutes. Exact dates and first/last departures change every year.
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Zion Canyon Visitor Center In-park parking
The canyon shuttle hub — catch the first bus here. Pa'rus Trail and the Watchman Trail start nearby.
The main in-park lot is here — it fills by mid-morning in spring and fall. Arrive before 8 AM or use the Springdale park-and-ride.
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Zion Human History Museum
Park orientation film and exhibits; a quick first stop on the way up-canyon.
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Canyon Junction
North end of the Pa'rus Trail and the bridge where the scenic drive turns up-canyon — a classic sunset photo spot.
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Court of the Patriarchs
Short walk to the viewpoint of the three Patriarch peaks.
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Zion Lodge
The in-park lodge, lawn, and the Emerald Pools trailhead.
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The Grotto
Trailhead for Angels Landing and the West Rim — the busiest stop in the canyon. Picnic area across the footbridge.
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Weeping Rock
Access to Observation Point (via the East Mesa Trail when the direct route is closed) and the short Weeping Rock alcove walk.
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Big Bend
The canyon's best look up at Angels Landing and the Great White Throne — a photographer's stop, no trailhead.
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Temple of Sinawava
End of the line — the paved Riverside Walk and the start of The Narrows.
Springdale Line (town shuttle) Park & ride
The free town shuttle runs the length of Zion Park Blvd, stopping near most Springdale hotels and ending at the pedestrian entrance by the Visitor Center. Park once in town and ride in — you never move the car, and you skip the in-park lot that fills by mid-morning.
When it runs Runs through the canyon-shuttle season (roughly spring through fall), about 7 AM to 8 PM. Hours and dates differ from the in-park Canyon Line — confirm with the Town of Springdale before your trip.
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Pedestrian Entrance (Zion Canyon Village) Park & ride
Where the town shuttle meets the park: the last Springdale stop and the walk-in entrance to the Canyon Line.
The Springdale Line ends here at the pedestrian entrance — walk across, show your pass, and the in-park Canyon Line starts a few steps inside. This is the park-and-ride hand-off.
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