Zion
Shuttle System
In
1997 visitation was 2.4 million and increasing. The
shuttle system was established to eliminate traffic
and parking problems, protect vegetation, and restore
tranquility to Zion Canyon.
The
Springdale Shuttle loop will stop at six locations
in Springdale. The Zion Canyon Shuttle loop will stop
at eight locations in the park. The transfer between
loops is made at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center. You
may get on and off as often as you like. Riding the
shuttle is free.
Where
to Park
Avoid parking hassles. Parking is limited inside Zion.
It is easiest to park in the town of Springdale and
ride the town shuttle to the park. Look for the ''Shuttle
Parking'' signs throughout town. If you are staying
at a lodge or motel, simply leave your car there and
ride the town shuttle to the park. The parking lot
at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center commonly fills by
mid morning. Tune your radio to 1610 AM for additional
information.
Take
Your Time
Buses run frequently throughout the day, as often
as every six minutes. You do not need to rush to catch
one. Take your time to plan your visit. Use the exhibits
outdoors and the information inside to make the most
of your time. Ranger presentations near the main shuttle
stop are a great way to learn more about the park
before you ride the shuttle. The bookstore has maps
and publications that can augment your visit.
What
to Bring
For
a day-trip on the shuttle, you should take:
•Water
Snacks
•Walking Shoes Map
•Sunscreen/hat/sunglasses Camera/binoculars
•Dress for the weather and bring everything
you need for a day in the park.
Please...
•No eating or smoking on the bus.
Beverages other than water are not allowed.
•Pets are not allowed on the shuttle buses!
This
schedule is subject to change:
It is posted
here to give you a general idea of when and how
often the buses run. Times and intervals could change
slightly as we streamline the system. Current schedules
are posted at each shuttle stop and at the Zion
Canyon Visitor Center.Spingdale
Loop
•First
bus leaves Eagle’s Nest to the park at 5:30 a.m.
•6:30-7:30 a.m. every 30 minutes
•7:30-11:00 a.m. every 10 minutes
•11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. every 15 minutes
•4:00-9:00 p.m. every 10 minutes
•9:00-11:00 p.m. every 30 minutes
Zion
Canyon Loop
•First
bus leaves visitor center to Temple of Sinawava
at 5:45 a.m.
•6:30-7:30 a.m. every 30 minutes
•7:30-9:00 a.m. every 15 minutes
•(7:30-9:30 a.m. every 10 minutes Saturday
and Sunday)
•9:00-10:00 a.m. every 10 minutes
•10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. every 6 minutes
•6:00-8:00 p.m. every 10 minutes
•8:00-9:00 p.m. every 15 minutes
•9:00-9:30 p.m. every 30 minutes
•Last
bus departs visitor center to Temple of Sinawava
at 9:30 p.m.
•Last buses leave Temple of Sinawava at 10:15
and 11:00 p.m.
•Last buses leave Zion Lodge at 10:30 and 11:15
p.m.
•Round trip takes a minimum of 90 minutes.
This schedule is subject to change.
