Planning Guide for a Trip to Zion National Park in August

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We share what to expect in August: weather, what to pack, where to stay and all the things to see, do and photograph.

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Click DOWNLOAD: Zion National Park packing list for summer and winter!

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Does the Shuttle Run in August?

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August is monsoon season and it rains an average of 15 days during the month so be prepared.

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No. Zion Canyon is closed to all personal vehicles in August. You’ll need to use the Zion National Park shuttle that runs a full schedule every day.

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Scenic Drives at Zion National Park

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Zion National Park Hikes

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Planning Guide for a Trip to Zion National Park in August

We share what to expect in August: weather, what to pack, where to stay and all the things to see, do and photograph.

Click DOWNLOAD: Zion National Park packing list for summer and winter!

WHAT TO PACK FOR ZION NATIONAL PARK

Does the Shuttle Run in August?

Yes. The Zion National Park shuttle runs every day in August – check the shuttle schedule for the most updated information.

August is monsoon season and it rains an average of 15 days during the month so be prepared.

Weather at Zion in August

No. Zion Canyon is closed to all personal vehicles in August. You’ll need to use the Zion National Park shuttle that runs a full schedule every day.

Can you drive through Zion National Park in August?

Scenic Drives at Zion National Park

Zion National Park Hikes

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