Canyoneering

Learn more about the natural and cultural resources of Capitol Reef. Meet at the Campground Amphitheater, adjacent to Loop C. Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground. Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or staffing issues. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings.

Learn about cultures that call this place home. Meet at the Petroglyph Panel boardwalk. Ranger program schedules are also posted on bulletin boards at the visitor center and campground. Program topics may change. Programs may be cancelled due to weather or emergencies. Check at visitor center for updated daily program offerings.

Embark on a journey through the wonders of Zion Canyon! Hike alongside a ranger on the moderate Watchman Trail and immerse yourself in the beautiful resources Zion has to offer. Along the way you may explore topics of geology, wildlife, plants, human history, and so much more. This program requires free, advance, in-person-only registration at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center information desk. Make sure to reserve your spot up to 3 days in advance. You’ll ascend an elevation change of 368 ft (112 m) on a rocky, uneven trail with moderate drop-offs along the way. The overlook at the end offers expansive views of lower Zion Canyon with high drop-offs and no guard rails. For accessibility information, visit our Trail Access Information page.

Sit back and relax while enjoying a short ranger talk on the shaded back patio of the Zion Human History Museum! In these programs, you will explore the resources that make Zion special. Topics may include geology, wildlife, plants, human history, and so much more. No two programs are quite the same! Accessibility information: This program takes place outdoors on a shaded patio. Wooden benches are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Rangers at the visitor center are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

All aboard! Step right up and board the iconic Zion Shuttle for a 2-hour, ranger-led bus ride with special stops along the way! Programs vary day-to-day but may include geology, wildlife, plants, human history, and so much more. This program requires free, advance, in-person-only registration at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center information desk. Make sure to reserve your spot up to 72 hours in advance. These shuttles are wheelchair-accessible, though the lift has a combined weight limit of 600 lbs and cannot accommodate chairs larger than 45" long or 25" wide. For more information, speak with a ranger at the visitor center.

Wind down your day with us as the sun sets and stars rise over Zion Canyon! Join us at the outdoor Watchman Campground Amphitheater for a 45-minute ranger talk. During this program, you will explore the fascinating and unique stories that make Zion special. Topics vary from evening to evening - stop by a visitor center to learn about the planned program. Accessibility information: This program takes place outdoors in a historic amphitheater. Metal benches are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Some paving is uneven. Rangers at the visitor center are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

Swing by the Zion Canyon Visitor Center Plaza for a short ranger talk to enrich your park experience! Talks take place next to the shuttle stop, making it easy to attend before or after riding the Zion Canyon Shuttle. Topics may include geology, wildlife, plants, human history, and so much more. No two programs are the same! Accessibility information: This program takes place outdoors on a partially-shaded patio. Stone benches are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Rangers at the visitor center are available for any additional questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

Rest your weary feet and open your mind at a Zion Lodge Evening Program! Join us inside the historic Zion Lodge for a 45-minute ranger talk. During this program, you will explore the fascinating and unique stories that make Zion special. Topics vary from evening to evening - stop by a visitor center to learn about the planned program. Make sure to check the shuttle schedule to plan your transportation to and from this late-night program. Accessibility information: This program takes place indoors in the auditorium of the historic Zion Lodge. Chairs are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Rangers at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

Join a ranger under the big tree on the Zion Lodge lawn for this 30-minute program! Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome to attend. Program topics include desert life, animal adaptations, history, and more! Accessibility Information: The Zion Lodge lawn is a large, grassy, relatively flat space surrounded by sidewalks. Mobility devices may require assistance on the uneven grass. Rangers at the visitor center or Nature Center are available for any additional questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

Enjoy a short ranger talk on the shaded back patio of the Zion Human History Museum! Explore the fascinating world of Zion’s wildlife, learn survival secrets, or discover the stories of people who helped shape Zion. Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome to attend! Accessibility Information: This program takes place outdoors on a shaded patio. Wooden benches are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Rangers at the visitor center or museum are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

Join a ranger to learn about dinosaurs, animal adaptations, or Zion adventures! These interactive 45-minute programs are designed for Junior Rangers ages 4 through 12, but all visitors are welcome. Accessibility Information: The Zion Nature Center is wheelchair-accessible, with room to navigate in a mobility device. Some activities may take place on a flat, grassy lawn. Rangers at the visitor center and Nature Center are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.

End your day with a fun 45-minute ranger talk at the Watchman Campground Amphitheater! Junior Rangers of all ages are welcome to attend. Topics include desert life, animal adaptations, history, and more. Accessibility Information: This program takes place outdoors at a historic amphitheater. Some paving is sloped or uneven. Metal benches are available for seating, as well as space for mobility devices. Accessible seating is located on the top row of the amphitheater. Rangers at the visitor center are available for any questions. You can also visit our Accessibility page for more information.