Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog
Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park
November 22, 2022
A lot goes into planning a Zion National Park vacation. We’ve rounded up and answered 10 of the most commonly asked questions from our guests about visiting Zion and staying at Zion Ponderosa. 1. Is there any way to get to Zion without a car? Yes! Our on-property guide company East Zion Adventures runs a shuttle into the main canyon
10 Things You Want to Know About Visiting Zion
September 22, 2022
As cooler temperatures make their way to Zion in fall, colorful autumn foliage will be close behind. Elevations within park boundaries vary from about 3,600 to 8,700 feet, so if you want to see the fall colors between mid September and early November, you’re in for a treat! If you’re wondering what Zion is like in the fall, here’s what
Fall Leaf Peeping and East Zion Adventures
August 30, 2022
It’s no secret that Zion National Park can get crowded pretty quickly, especially during peak season, school breaks and holiday weekends. But there are a few things our Zion Ponderosa guests can do to beat the crowds! 1. Wake up early or arrive late. There are plenty of hikes and viewpoints that are accessible 24/7 in Zion National Park. Arriving
How to Beat the Zion National Park Crowds
August 3, 2022
When you stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, you are centrally located between two of the most beautiful national parks in Utah—Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park. And when you unpack once and stay awhile, you can explore even more of the stunning East Zion landscape. Check out these five side trips to escape the Zion crowds, perfect
5 Side Trips to Escape the Zion Crowds
July 19, 2022
Zion National Park is one of the most popular national parks in the United States. Every year, millions of people visit Zion National Park to experience its stunning red rock scenery and world-class hiking trails making it one of the best vacation spots in Utah. If you’re planning on staying in Zion, you may be wondering where to stay near
Zion National Park Hotel vs Vacation Rental: Which is Better?
July 6, 2022
Angels Landing is one of the most popular destinations in Zion National Park. The hike is thrilling, strenuous and, in recent years, has become more and more crowded. An Angels Landing permit lottery was implemented in 2022 to help make the hike to Angels Landing safer by minimizing the crowds. If you’re visiting Zion National Park this fall, July 20
No Angels Landing Permit? No Problem!
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
May 31, 2022
When you stay at Zion Ponderosa, you’ll never be bored. After all, we offer more recreation and adventures on property than any other resort around Zion National Park. And now we have not one, not two, not three, but FOUR new East Zion Adventures for you! • Abandoned Mine Tour • UTV Follow Behind Tour • Powell’s Way Canyoneering •
