Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog
Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park
July 20, 2016
Southern Utah is by far one of the best places to stargaze, due to the fact that there is less light pollution than the more metro areas like Salt Lake. Getting out and into the darker areas of the state can be very fun, exciting and educational! Especially in places like Zion. At Zion Ponderosa you can even enjoy night
Night Sky Program in Zion National Park
July 11, 2016
Visiting Zion National Park in the summer allows you to experience a world of endless beauty and unmatched adventures. With such majestic scenery and awe-inspiring views, connecting with nature is inevitable. There’s a reason why summer is the most popular time of year to visit Zion. From the gentle breeze filling the Zion summer air to the clear blue skies
Zion National Park in the Summer
June 29, 2016
Each year, 6th grade students from Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, MD visit Zion Ponderosa to study, hike and explore Zion’s local geology, nature, history, and Native American culture of the American Southwest. WES sees great value in giving students the advantages of travel as part of their educational experience. Science teacher Mehdi Elkassem says Zion is the perfect region to
“This Is the Place” — Students Visit Zion Ponderosa
June 8, 2016
Let’s face it: not everyone is made for roughing it, but sometimes you just want to experience a night under the stars. If you’d rather spend time in the great outdoors with more creature comforts than creatures—and perhaps a few luxuries—then glamping is for you. Instead of conventional tents, sleeping bags, and lanterns, glamping, a.k.a glamorous camping, brings luxury into the mix
Zion Ponderosa Glamping: Where Glamour Meets Camping
June 1, 2016
Considered to be one of the most popular hikes in Zion, The Narrows offers cool water, shade and one exciting experience! This hike is best done during the summer months when temperature rise well over 100 degrees so the chilly water is more refreshing than anything. This is definitely a hike that can be done during the middle of the
Best Summer Hikes in Zion National Park
May 31, 2016
We are honored to announce that Zion Ponderosa has received a TripAdvisor® 2016 Certificate of Excellence! Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. Certificate of Excellence recipients include accommodations, eateries and attractions located all over the world that have continually delivered a quality customer experience.
Zion Ponderosa Earns TripAdvisor Certificate Of Excellence 2016
May 27, 2016
The past few years have seen record numbers of visitors to Zion National Park over Memorial Day weekend. Last year, more than 71,000 people visited Zion National Park during the extended weekend, and so far in 2016 visitation is up 8 percent. Historically, Memorial Day weekend is Zion National Park’s busiest weekend, so here are some tips to help you
4 Tips for Memorial Day Weekend in Zion National Park
May 23, 2016
Zion is Utah’s oldest national park—and what better time to visit than this spring, during the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. From its lowest elevation point of 3,666 feet at Coal Pits Wash to its highest point of 8,726 feet at Horse Ranch Mountain, Zion is sure to amaze. Here are five great ways to experience Zion in
