Discover the rich sandstones and fall light of Utah’s Zion National Park in October, with trail tips and scenic highlights.

With over 30 creek crossings and slippery pathways, the rewards are worth the effort on the Taylor Creek Trail, a challenging ...

The Virgin River Narrows in Zion National Park is one of the classic hikes in Utah. The route follows a 2,000-foot-deep gorge carved by the river for 16 miles with towering walls and water for most of ...

To keep the crowds at bay, the park distributes a limited number of permits using a lottery system. The last stretch to the peak is on a narrow ridge, and hikers have to cling to chains to get there.

Utah’s five national parks have stayed open during the federal government shutdown. The state, nonprofit partners and park ...