Zion National Park is a magical place of wonder. The Virgin River gently and smoothly carves caverns and canyons through the red rock sandstone and provides a lush riparian zone along it’s waters. Watch a bald eagle swoop down for a tasty flannelmouth sucker lazily swimming along.
Virgin River, Zion Narrows photo by sufw on Flickr
Listen to the canyon tree frog’s evening chirp as you look for the source. The towering hoodoos show the historic relationship between the river and the earth leaving the resemblance of a cathedral behind. This is Zion National Park and you definitely want to come here.
As you figure out your Zion National Park lodging arrangements, there are a couple things to know about Zion National Park lodging. The lodging in Zion National Park differs in ways that can put the cherry on top of your ideals for your Zion vacation. If you like to be near the action, the Zion Lodge would be best for you. If solitude is your preference, then you will love the Zion Mountain Ranch. Regardless of the Zion National Park lodging you choose, the gorgeous Zion National Park will be there just the same. The only thing that your lodging in Zion National Park will change is your downtime environment.
The Zion Lodge is located just inside the southern entrance into Zion National Park. Guests at the Zion Lodge will enjoy the community style lodging in the midst of 75 rooms on two floors and 40 neighboring historic cabins. This Zion National Park lodging offers immediate access to the hub of the park with it’s trail heads, museums and shuttles. The Zion Lodge has an on-site restaurant and a cafe as well. Guests can walk to the trail head to the Emerald Pools or explore along the river. The Zion Lodge is a great choice for lodging in Zion National Park for those who love to be in the center of park activity.
Zion National Park Canyon photo by Diliff on Flickr
The Zion Mountain Ranch rests on 300 acres just steps from the east entrance into Zion National Park. The Zion Mountain Ranch offers private cabins with plenty of amenities. The grounds provide for solitude and the opportunity for exploration. Guests enjoy views of the buffalo meadow and horseback rides on-site. The Zion Mountain Ranch boasts a great restaurant with a menu to satisfy your whole group. Zion National Park’s east side has a slightly cooler climate which makes a big difference on hot summer days. Guests venturing into Zion National Park have only to travel the gorgeous Zion-Mount Carmel Highway to arrive at Zion’s epicenter of activity.
Both of these fantastic choices for lodging in Zion National Park offer comforts and easy access to the park. Whether you are looking for Zion National Park lodging among the action or off the beaten path, these Zion properties can and will accommodate you. Zion National Park is a breathtakingly beautiful place that you will cherish for years to come. Your choice of lodging in Zion National Park can add an entire layer of comfort and satisfaction as well. Call the professionals at US Park Lodging to make your Zion National Park reservations today.
