Backpacking

With over 90 miles of trails and dozens of designated backpacking sites, the Zion Wilderness is a world-renowned destination for solitude and adventure. All overnight backpacking trips require a Wilderness Permit. Learn more about backpacking in Zion by visiting the pages below.

 
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Backpacking Permits

Learn how to obtain a Zion Wilderness overnight backpacking permit.

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Backpacking Safety and Regulations

The desert can be unforgiving. Learn about flash floods, hypothermia, heat exhaustion, and Leave No Trace regulations before you head out.

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Water Sources in Zion

The desert is a hot, dry place. Make sure to learn about where to find water in Zion before any Wilderness trip.

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Wilderness Trail & Campsite Descriptions

Zion has many Wilderness trails and campsites. Read brief descriptions of each of the areas to discover which route is best for your group.

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Wilderness Transportation

Learn about options for reaching trailheads in Wilderness areas.

Wilderness Information
Wilderness Information

Planning and permits for backpacking, canyoneering, and other Wilderness trips.

 
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Download the current Wilderness Guide from our park publications page. This guide is a great resource for planning a backpacking trip in Zion.

Last updated: January 13, 2026

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Zion National Park
1 Zion Park Blvd.
Springdale, UT 84767

Phone:

435-772-3256
If you have questions, please email zion_park_information@nps.gov. Listen to recorded information by calling anytime 24 hours a day. Rangers answer phone calls from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT, but a ranger may not answer if they are already speaking with someone else.

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