Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort Blog
Learn More about Zion Ponderosa on the East Side of Zion National Park
October 1, 2010
The winds of autumn brought a new massage therapist to our Juniper Spa – Darren Christensen. Actually, Darren is a returning staff member of Zion Ponderosa Ranch and knows the resort, activities, and people well. He’s happy to be back here and the area with the fresh air, beauty, and the magic of the mountains. During his first tour at
Changing Seasons at Juniper Spa
July 6, 2010
Observation Point is one of my favorite hikes in Zion National Park. Although the park is full of stunning vistas, various levels of hiking trails, and an abundance of water and vegetation, Observation Point remains my favorite. Why? Well, accessing it from our property here at Zion Ponderosa makes it easy and the hike is filled with diverse landscaping and
Observation Point Trail from Zion Ponderosa
June 11, 2010
In 2004, Tom and his family came to Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort for a family reunion. This past Tuesday he brought his family back here after spending a few nights in the Grand Canyon. They’ve rented one of our vacation homes through Saturday morning, when they return to their home in Corpus Christi, Texas. After watching Tom with his family,
Making Fathers Day Memories in Zion
June 7, 2010
Zion National Park is renowned for its incredible hiking trails. From The Narrows to Angel’s Landing, hiking is arguably the biggest draw to the park. Another activity provides an even more up-close-and-personal experience in the park – canyoneering. Canyoneering in Zion National Park Canyoneering in Zion is something you’ll never forget, simply because the canyons and sheer rock walls are
Zion is the Place for Canyoneering
June 3, 2010
Last weekend the weather cooperated with us as we were able to complete the golf course, which opened for guests on Saturday. By the afternoon we had quite a few groups of children, families, and adults playing 18 holes. Our course has it all – a creek, bridges, inclines, a waterfall, and lots of twists and turns. You’ll also see
Mini Golfing is in Full Swing!
June 1, 2010
It’s Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kickoff to summer vacation, and things are in full-swing at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort. Early arrivals for this sold-out weekend include a KIPP – AMP (Knowledge is Power – Always Mentally Prepared) school group from Brooklyn, New York and some families from California and Florida. Although Ziplining and Paintball games were the favorite activities
Summer Adventures Begin at Zion Ponderosa!
April 16, 2010
Many people coming to stay at Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort have the opportunity to enjoy the scenic diversity of this region. If you’ve spent time on our website, you know that our ranch sits right on the border of Zion National Park. The good news is that you don’t have to choose between Zion National Park or Bryce Canyon. Bryce
Which is Better: Zion National Park or Bryce Canyon?
April 9, 2010
Wondering about a little golf while staying at Zion National Park. Well Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort has just announced the opening of a new and unique miniature golf course for summer 2010. See more info here. This miniature golf course will feature faux rock formations of a Zion National Park style slot canyon and a Bryce Canyon National Park style
