We just spent three days in Zion National Park in the middle of summer, on purpose, in 105-degree heat. Why did we do that, you ask? Because we don’t want you to have to go through all the guesswork that comes with planning a trip to Zion National Park in the summer.

In this episode, we cover:
  • Why we deliberately visited Zion National Park in the summer, and what we'd tell you before you do the same
  • Why understanding the Zion Canyon Shuttle and the Springdale shuttle together will save you from many days of frustration
  • What gear actually works in the Narrows
  • The new vehicle restrictions through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel, and what changed for regular drivers
  • The bighorn sheep herd, deer, and turkeys we spotted once we slowed down and got quiet
  • How we weighed location versus price for lodging, and what the South Campground looks like without its shade trees

Your task for today: Have you hiked the Narrows or driven through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel? Tell us about it over on the @DirtInMyShoes Facebook or Instagram page!

Don't miss the full show notes packed with all the links we mentioned so you can plan your adventures like a pro: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/zion-national-park-trip-report-2026/

Planning your own Zion National Park adventure?

 

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