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April through October, Zion Canyon Scenic Drive, north of the Zion-Mt. Carmel
Highway, is open only to shuttle buses, bicyclists, and hikers, plus tour buses and motor-
ists going to Zion Lodge.
Guided horseback rides in the park are available from late spring through early fall
from Canyon Trail Rides, P.O. Box 128, Tropic, UT 84776 ( & 435/679-8665; www.
canyonrides.com), based near Zion Lodge. A 1-hour ride along the Virgin River costs
$40, and a half-day ride on the Sand Beach Trail costs $75. Riders must weigh no more
than 220 pounds. Children must be at least 7 years old for the 1-hour ride, and 10 years
old for the half-day ride.
WHERE TO STAY IN & AROUND ZION
The only lodging in the park is Zion Lodge. The other properties listed here are in
Springdale, at the park's south entrance.
For additional information on lodging, dining, and area attractions, contact the Zion
Canyon Visitors Bureau, P.O. Box 331, Springdale, UT 84767 ( & 888/518-7070;
www.zionpark.com).
Canyon Ranch Motel Finds This series of two- and four-unit cottages set back
from the highway looks old-fashioned on the outside, but inside you'll find modern
motel rooms with a subdued Southwestern decor. Some units have showers only, while
others have combination shower/tubs. Some units have kitchenettes. Room no. 13, with
two queen-size beds, offers great views of the national park's rock formations; views from
most other rooms are almost as good. There's a lawn with trees and picnic tables. All
rooms are nonsmoking.
668 Zion Park Blvd. (P.O. Box 175), Springdale, UT 84767. & 866/946-6276 or 435/772-3357. www.
canyonranchmotel.com. 22 units. Apr-Oct $84-$99 double; Nov-Mar $59-$89 double; kitchenettes $10
more year-round. AE, DISC, MC, V. Pets accepted for $10 fee. Amenities: Outdoor pool; hot tub. In room:
A/C, TV, fridge (most), hair dryer, Wi-Fi.
Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens With river frontage and 5 acres of lawns, shade
trees, and flower gardens, the Cliffrose offers a beautiful setting just outside the entrance
to Zion National Park. The architecture is Southwestern adobe style, with redwood
balconies, and the outdoor rock waterfall Jacuzzi is a delight. The modern, well-kept
rooms and suites have all the standard motel appointments, plus unusually large bath-
rooms with shower/tub combinations. Units accommodate from two to six people; most
sleep four.
281 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767. & 800/243-8824 or 435/772-3234. Fax 435/772-3900. www.
cliffroselodge.com. 40 units. Apr-Oct and holidays $149-$199 per unit. Off-season discounts available.
AE, DISC, MC, V. Amenities: Large heated outdoor pool; whirlpool tub. In room: A/C, TV/VCR, fridge, hair
dryer, Wi-Fi.
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Flanigan's Inn A mountain-lodge atmosphere pervades this attractive complex
of natural wood and rock, set among trees, lawns, and flowers just outside the entrance
to the park. Parts of the inn date from 1947, and all rooms have been beautifully reno-
vated and have Southwestern decor, wood furnishings, and local art. All units are non-
smoking. A nature trail leads to a hilltop vista, and the inn has an excellent restaurant.
450 Zion Park Blvd., Springdale, UT 84767. & 800/765-7787 or 435/772-3244. Fax 435/772-3396. www.
flanigans.com. 34 units. Mid-Mar to mid-Nov and holidays $119-$159 double; $169-$289 suite. Off-sea-
son discounts available. AE, DISC, MC, V. Amenities: Restaurant (regional cuisine); heated outdoor pool;
outdoor hot tub; Wi-Fi (in lobby). In room: A/C, TV, fridge (some).
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