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Stories of East Zion

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September 21, 2023
On October 14, 2023, North America will be graced with a celestial spectacle—the annular solar eclipse. Also known as the “ring of fire,” this mesmerizing event occurs when the moon partially covers the sun, creating a breathtaking halo of light around its edges. We’ll have about 90% visibility right here at Zion Ponderosa, and are within a two-hour drive of

Witness the 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse at Zion Ponderosa

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July 19, 2023
Utah’s Pioneer Day is just around the corner, and there’s no better place to celebrate this unique holiday than at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort. Pioneer Day commemorates the arrival of the original settlers in Utah’s Salt Lake Valley on July 24, 1847. The holiday is celebrated around the state of Utah with fireworks, festivals, rodeos and other festivities. As the

Celebrate Utah’s Pioneer Heritage at Zion Ponderosa

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June 15, 2019
Each June, Great Outdoors Month reminds us to discover the majestic world around us. From Zion National Park to East Zion’s off-the-beaten-path backcountry trails, Zion Ponderosa is surrounded by expansive nature, awe-inspiring views, secret slot canyons and wide-open spaces, all just waiting to be explored. Head Outdoors—And Share the Love It doesn’t matter what you do, as long as you

6 Ways to Enjoy Great Outdoors Month this Summer in Zion

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September 24, 2017
You may be surprised to learn that more than 30% of America is public land. They don’t call it America the Beautiful for nothing – and now you can give back. This year, take time to celebrate something we all share: our public lands. Saturday, September 30 is National Public Lands Day #NPLD. Originally established in 1994 to promote environmental

Celebrate National Public Lands Day #NPLD

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February 15, 2017
Your heart works hard for you. Show it some love during American Heart Month by exercising outdoors. An inactive lifestyle is a big risk factor for heart disease, but you can take steps to help boost heart health with healthy exercise and nutrition.* Does going outside make you healthier? Research indicates that it can. Escaping to the great outdoors can

Get Outdoors During American Heart Month

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February 8, 2017
Imagine seeing America’s most spectacular natural wonders and historic sites for FREE. If you’re a fourth grader, you can! Every Kid In A Park is an empowering federal program designed to bring kids and their families into America’s national parks, like Zion National Park. Why fourth graders? Research shows that fourth graders are beginning to learn about and show interest

Every Kid In A Park Helps Kids Visit Zion Free