Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog

Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park

January 4, 2014
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort is excited for 2014! Here’s what we have happening this year – we’d love to have you join us. Full amenities open mid March. Come stay in one of our six lodging lodging options and enjoy our onsite activities and dining as part of your Zion National Park vacation. The Ragnar Trail Event is April 25-26, 2014.

Happy New Year

December 30, 2013
A while back we posted some photos about Observation Point in Zion National Park.  The easiest way to get to Observation Point is from Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, and this road access is open to the public anytime of year. Here’s a short video clip from that same hike that we did recently to Observation Point. Remember that there can

Observation Point – Zion National Park

December 24, 2013
This past year was the first time I had heard of Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, and now it’s one of our family’s favorite places. As 2013 comes to an end, it’s great to look back on all the fun from this last year. Ragnar Trail Relay – April The Ragnar Relay hosted by Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort this last April was an event never

Happy Holidays from Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

December 13, 2013
As an early Christmas present, my husband bought our very own Utility Vehicle, a Polaris RZR 4 1000, thanks to our recent stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort.  Now, Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort didn’t buy us a UTV (although we would’ve appreciated it) but it was there that James first fell in love. On a vacation in August we rented a UTV

Trails, Trails, Trails

December 10, 2013
— Ragnar is bringing another trail relay to Zion Ponderosa on April 25-26, 2014.   Last year’s event attracted a great crowd and the weather was perfect for the experience.  Watch this Ragnar Trail Relay video from last year’s event. View some of the great images from last fall’s event below, and visit this link to register for your next

Ragnar Trail Relay – Coming April 2014

December 2, 2013
It’s time to strengthen your whole body wellness and Zion Ponderosa is the place to do that in 2014.  We have just launched a new program that is slated for two specific weeks where you, your friends, associates, and family can experience the physical activity and relaxation that can truly bring rejuvenation. Join us this coming May 4-10 or September

NEW Wellness – Fitness Retreats

November 28, 2013
Here at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, we have many things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving. With Zion National Park as our neighbor, and Bryce Canyon National Park a short drive away, the beautiful scenery that surrounds us is at the top of that list. We’re grateful for the wildlife that call this area home. Bighorn sheep, deer, and wild turkeys

Thanks All Around

November 25, 2013
For some people rain is not desirable, but if you are in Zion National Park when it rains, consider yourself blessed. The formations of Zion National Park are part of a huge plateau that has been eroded and carved by the constant flow of water. The tops of most formations are very flat and as rain water gathers on the

Rain in Zion – Consider yourself lucky!