Zion National Park: First-Time Visitor Guide (Hikes, Shuttle, Permits & Tips)
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Planning a trip to Zion National Park? This episode is your complete first-timer guide to doing it right.
Zion is one of the most visited national parks in the U.S. — and one of the easiest to mess up if you don’t plan ahead. In this episode, I walk you through everything you need to know before you go, including when to visit, how the shuttle system works, where to stay, what hikes require permits, and the biggest mistakes to avoid.
We’ll cover:
- Best time to visit Zion
- How many days you need
- Where to stay (Springdale, Hurricane, or inside the park)
- Angel’s Landing + permit system
- Hiking The Narrows
- Shuttle logistics and parking tips
- Family-friendly options and easier hikes
If you want to plan your Zion trip once and do it right, this episode will give you the foundation.
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