Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog
Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park
December 30, 2015
Ancient History The Zion area has drawn attention since 6,000 B.C. when ancient native peoples hunted and gathered this spectacular landscape. In the 1800s, pioneers explored and settled the surrounding area. In 1863, Issac Behunin built the first log cabin in Zion Canyon (which can still be seen today), and by the beginning of the next century, Zion began to
12 Things to Know About Zion National Park
December 9, 2015
We know it’s coming every year, but somehow December still seems to sneak up on us. As we’re winding down from non-stop activity of summer and fall, we’re enjoying the solitude of the winter season. Zion Ponderosa camping and activities are closed through February, but our vacation homes are still available for your enjoyment. Coupled with Zion’s fresh air and
Zion National Park in Winter Offers Peace and Solitude
November 30, 2015
There’s something special about Zion National Park in every season, but when winter weather rolls around, it’s a great time to visit Utah’s most popular national park. Winter in Zion National Park is mild, with daytime temperatures averaging about 50 degrees throughout December, January, and February. Night temperatures can drop but having a cozy indoor cabin or vacation home to
5 Things To Do This Winter At Zion National Park
October 8, 2015
On September 26, Zion Ponderosa welcomed Rapid Cycling Racing and their exciting new race, 12 Hours of Zion. The race kicked off with a pre-race meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning and racers lined up at 7:45 a.m. 12 Hours of Zion commenced at 8 a.m. and finished up at 8 p.m. Saturday evening. Mountain bikers spent the day
12 Hours of Zion Recap
September 28, 2015
Cool Facts About Zion National Park Wildlife Did you know that Zion National Park is home to hundreds of animal species? Thanks to its elevation range (3,800 feet to 8,800 feet), Zion National Park has various microclimates and habitats that support 78 species of mammals, 291 species of birds, 44 species of reptiles and amphibians, and eight species of fish.
10 Cool Facts About Zion’s Wildlife
August 14, 2015
Hiking Zion National Park’s diverse and beautiful trails may be one of the most rewarding experiences of your time in southern Utah—and if you’re staying at Zion Ponderosa, it’s even better. Here are five reasons why! 1. Easier access to a Variety of Hikes There’s no better place to hike Zion National Park from the top down than Zion Ponderosa.
5 Great Reasons to Hike Zion National Park from Zion Ponderosa
August 7, 2015
At Zion Ponderosa, we strive to create the perfect Zion experience for everyone that stays with us, and we especially love hosting family reunions. When extended families come to Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, groups can range in size from a handful to more than a hundred family members—and if there’s one thing that they all have in common, it’s tons
Zion Ponderosa Family Reunions Create Unforgettable Memories
July 7, 2015
Hiking Beautiful Zion National Park Trails Located on the east rim of Zion National Park, Zion Ponderosa commands awe-inspiring views and amazing hiking opportunities. This is where Zion touches the sky — and there’s no better place to for accessing or hiking Zion National Park from the top down. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort offers unmatched proximity and direct access to
