Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog
Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park
February 8, 2024
Zion National Park: How to Avoid the Crowds Zion National Park is a haven for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and photographers alike. However, this wonder of nature can often get pretty crowded due to its popularity. If you’re hoping to experience the splendor and tranquility of Zion without being surrounded by throngs of tourists, planning your visit strategically is critical.
Zion National Park: How to Avoid the Crowds
June 29, 2022
Hiking Belly of the Dragon is a fun, family-friendly adventure through a short, man-made tunnel resembling—well, you can probably guess from the name! Located between Orderville and Kanab, it was carved to serve as a drainage below Highway 89. Years of rainfall have carved the tunnel’s sandstone walls into stunning ripples for the whole family to explore. Just one mile
Hiking Belly of the Dragon — Roadside Attraction Near Zion National Park
November 20, 2021
At Zion Ponderosa, our goal is to help you have an entirely unique Zion vacation. That means finding the perfect adventure that appeals to your interests, group size, time constraints and comfort level. Multiple tour options for horseback riding, jeep tours, canyoneering and guided hiking provide plenty of options—and we’re always striving to create new East Zion adventures for our
New East Zion Adventures You Won’t Want to Miss
February 22, 2021
Zion National Park is among our nation’s most breathtaking national parks. While a trip to Zion can be life-changing for anyone, some of the park’s most challenging hikes are intimidating for first-time visitors and casual hikers. But you don’t have to brave trails such as Angel’s Landing to fully immerse yourself in the experience of Zion. Here are some of
Best Hikes for First Timers to Zion National Park
September 30, 2019
Autumn in Zion is beyond breathtaking. Colorful foliage perfectly complemented by Zion’s red sandstone set a magical stage for hiking in Zion Canyon, exploring East Zion’s slot canyons, horseback riding, jeep tours and so much more. And let’s not forget how pleasant Zion National Park is with fall’s cooler temps and fewer crowds! With that in mind, here are five
5 Zion Adventures You Have to Experience This Fall
July 30, 2019
Zion National Park is surrounded by America’s highest concentration of natural scenic wonders in every direction. Just about an hour north of Zion, you’ll find Cedar Breaks National Monument, the Crown Jewel of The Grand Staircase. Cedar Breaks is a great day trip for anyone looking to escape the crowds and heat of Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon during
Extend Your Zion Adventure with A Day Trip to Cedar Breaks
June 30, 2019
If you’ve ever been to Zion National Park or just love hiking, you don’t really need reasons to hike Zion. But for those of you on the fence about hiking in general or just new to exploring the area trails, here are 15 reasons to hike Zion. 1. Hiking Zion can be done year round. It’s true! Some hikes are
Need a Reason to Hike Zion? We Have 15!
October 23, 2017
If you can’t stop dreaming about your next adventure, we have good news. We’re excited to announce overnight backpacking trips for Zion Ponderosa guests, coming in 2018. For travelers who crave backcountry excitement, here’s your chance to start planning for a Zion backcountry adventure! Backpack Premier Hiking Destinations in Southern Utah Here at the ranch resort, we’ve been researching and
