Ranger Minutes

Ranger Minutes are short videos with information about the park's resources and tips to help you plan your trip to the park.

 

Learn with us!

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  Zion Wilderness

  Discover the Zion Wilderness with Ranger Melanie and find out what makes wilderness areas so special.

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  The Zion Nature Center

  Join Park Ranger Colton Winder and learn about the evolution of the beautiful and historic Zion Nature Center.

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  Triops Longicaudatus

  Ranger Kenny teaches us about these fascinating living fossils, also known as tadpole shrimp, that survive in Zion's ephemeral potholes.

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  The Narrows

  Find out what to expect and how to prepare for one of Zion’s most popular hikes with Park Ranger Jonathan Fortner.

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  Canyoneering in Zion

  Watch this video for an introduction to some of the common dangers you are likely to face while partaking in this adventure sport.

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  The East Rim Trail

  Join Park Ranger Colton Winder as he explores the scenery and history of one of Zion’s first trails.

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  Zion's Habitats

  Explore the incredible diversity of habitats in Zion National Park with Park Ranger Juliet Garretson.

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  Winter in Zion

  Learn about what to expect and how to be prepared during this special time of year with Park Ranger Holly Baker.

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  Paleontology

  Discover the fantastic fossil history revealed in Zion National Park with Park Ranger Barb Graves.

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  The Zion Snail

  Park Ranger Tim Lutterman takes a closer look at the Zion snail, an endemic species to the park.