Mike & Mel
Things To Do
Restaurant Recommendations
This is not a comprehensive list by any means, but here are suggested food options for while you're in town. Coffee: Deep Creek Coffee, Café Soleil - Breakfast: Oscars, Park House Café - Formal Dining: King’s Landing, The Spotted Dog, Switchback Grill, Thai Sapa, Moki Cafe - Mex/Tex Mex + drinks: Bit & Spur (open later than most), Amigos We've also linked a "10 Restaurants Near Zion National Park to Try Before a Hike" article (click 'View' below) for you to refer to during your stay.
Adventure Companies
Zion offers an abundance of opportunities for the adventurous souls including: Hiking, Biking, Canyoneering, Rock Climbing, River Tubing, Off-Roading. Below are some companies: Zion Guru (435) 632-0432 Zion Outfitters (435) 772-5090 Zion Adventure Company (435) 772-1001 Zion Cycles (435) 772-0400 Zion Jeep Tours (435) 668-3756 Zion Rock & Mountain Guides (435) 772-3133 Rock Odysseys (385) 445-3038 E-Bikes http://zionpeddler.com
Zion National Park
Spring is a wonderful time to visit Zion, and we are excited for you to check it out! Popular hikes: - Observation Point: If you have the energy, highly recommend going from bottom of canyon for some of the most breathtaking views. Also can hike from outside the park. - The Narrows - You can rent gear right by the Park's South entrance to trek through the river! - Canyon Overlook: A short hike, great for sunrise! - Angel's Landing: A crowd favorite, can see condors close up, not for those afraid of heights. - Other: Riverside Walk (anytime), Hidden Canyon (anytime), Pa’rus trail (best late evening), and Kayenta trail to Emerald Pools (best early morning). NOTE: Please refer to the Park website before as well as stop by the visitor center during your visit for latest updates regarding shuttle service, reservations needed, road closures and trail conditions.
Explore Springdale
Springdale offers 6 Art Galleries with a wide range of media all depicting their own unique Southwestern flare. Spend a nice afternoon strolling through the city of Springdale, right outside Zion NP. Check out the website below for information on community events, tourism recommendations, and parking info.
Zion Helicopters - Zion National Park Tours
Aerial Tours offer a different perspective, and an amazing way to get a deep understanding of the surrounding area. This company does a wonderful job.
Utah Offroad Rentals & Tours
Have a CanAm delivered to you and ride to the Smithsonean Butte on top of the mesa just a few minutes away!
Flyfishing Adventures
Guided Flyfishing in Southern Utah! Guided fly fishing trips for beginners and experienced fly fisherman alike! Want to catch more fish? Want to become a better angler? Let them help you take your skills to the next level!
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
Located ~1.5 hr from the venue. A Delaware-sized museum of sedimentary erosion that walks you down through a 200-million-year-old staircase of animals, minerals and vegetables.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Located just 2 hours from Zion, you can easily take in the beautiful hoodoos in half a day! Many of the hikes will take you down to the hoodoo valley. - Navajo Loop + Queen's Garden Trail (3.5 miles roundtrip) - Favorite Vista Points: Sunrise Point, Inspiration Point, Sunset Point Refer to the Park website link provided as well as the visitor center on day of your visit when planning your trip. Latest information on park status will be provided there.
Antelope Canyon
Located ~2 hr 45 minutes southeast of the venue. You can choose between Upper and Lower Antelope Canyons (you can't go wrong with either)! Most photos seen on social media are from the Upper slot canyons, Mel's favorite is the Lower slot canyons. To visit, you'll need to book with one of the many tour groups operating out of this area. We recommend that you book the tour prior to your visit.
Horseshoe Bend
Located 2 hr 30 minutes southeast of the venue. Great for sunsets!
Sand Hollow State Park
Less than an hour from Zion National Park, surrounded by red rock beauty, and boasts hundreds of acres of sprawling sand dunes and off-road trails. Rent UTVs and ATVs from on-site adventure companies that will take you on tours. Beachside establishments also offer water sports rentals. There is also the famous Sand Hollow golf course.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes Road
A little over 30 minutes from Springdale, 90% is open to UTVs and ATVs. Gorgeous sand with hues of pink and orange are surrounded by Southern Utah’s signature red rock mountains. Indigenous desert plants/flowers, insects, and some animals also populate this area.
FIND YOURSELF WITH EXTRA TIME?
Here are additional places to consider visiting: - Arches National Park (UT) - Canyonlands National Park (UT) - Capitol Reef National Park (UT)