10-day Zion National Park itinerary

A ready-made 10-day sightseeing plan for Zion National Park — top-rated attractions, one morning-to-evening schedule per day. Use it as-is or as a starting point; every stop links to full details, hours, and fees. Hungry? Pick your own spot to eat — we don't bake that decision into the plan for you.

1Day 1

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Mount Zion5.0
Utah 84737, zion national park
Experience breathtaking red rock peak views and towering sandstone cliffs.
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Quail Creek State Park5.0
472 5300 West, Hurricane
Discover warm desert waters, fishing, and boating near Greater Zion.
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Zion National Park Rock Formations Tours5.0
1013 Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Discover breathtaking sandstone cliffs and slot canyons on guided Zion tours

2Day 2

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Zion Ponderosa Stargazing Trail5.0
Twin Knolls Rd, Orderville
Discover dark night skies and scenic daytime wildlife views near Zion.
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Angels Landing4.9
Utah 84737, zion national park
Scale thrilling sheer cliffs for legendary panoramic views of Zion Canyon.
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Court of the Patriarchs4.9
Utah 84737, zion national park
Towering sandstone monoliths offering breathtaking views along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive

3Day 3

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
The Great Arch4.9
Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, Springdale
Admire a massive natural blind arch along Zion's iconic highway.
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
The Narrows4.9
The Narrows Bottom Up, Hurricane
Wade through soaring slot canyon walls along Zion's iconic Virgin River.
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
West Rim Trail4.9
Utah, zion national park
Experience breathtaking canyon vistas along Zion National Park's iconic West Rim Trail

4Day 4

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Zion National Park Shuttle4.9
Springdale, Springdale
Free shuttle service providing access to key Zion Canyon hiking trails
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Canyon Junction4.8
Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy Hurricane, Hurricane
A scenic Zion National Park intersection offering iconic Virgin River views
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Canyon Overlook Trail4.8
Utah 84737, zion national park
A short hike delivering big views of dramatic red rock canyons

5Day 5

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Cedar Breaks National Monument4.8
Brian Head, Brian Head
Explore a breathtaking natural amphitheater filled with vibrant sandstone hoodoos
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Cedar Breaks National Monument4.8
Brian Head, Brian Head
Experience the Majestic Cedar Breaks National Monument
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Kolob Canyons4.8
New Harmony, New Harmony
Experience dramatic red rock canyons in Zion National Park's quieter section.

6Day 6

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Kolob Canyons4.8
New Harmony, New Harmony
Explore Zion's peaceful red rock canyons away from the main crowds
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Observation Point4.8
Observation Point Trail, zion national park
Breathtaking Views from Observation Point
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Snow Canyon State Park4.8
1002 Snow Canyon Drive, Ivins
Explore dramatic red sandstone cliffs and lava flows in southwestern Utah

7Day 7

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Temple of Sinawava4.8
Zion Canyon Scenic Dr, Springdale
A towering sandstone amphitheater framing the gateway to Zion's Narrows
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
The Watchman4.8
Utah 84737, zion national park
An iconic sandstone peak offering panoramic canyon views near the visitor center
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Zion Adventure Company4.8
36 Lion Boulevard, Springdale
Your premier Springdale outfitter for guided canyoneering, rock climbing, and gear rentals.

8Day 8

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Zion Cycles4.8
868 Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Explore Zion National Park on two wheels with premier bike rentals
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Zion National Park East Entrance4.8
Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, ZION NATIONAL PARK, UT 84767
A scenic eastern gateway to Zion along the Mount Carmel Highway
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Zion Overlook4.8
Cedar Canyon, Utah
Enjoy sweeping high altitude views across the northern reaches of Zion

9Day 9

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort4.8
700 South Zion Ridge Drive, Orderville
A spacious mountain resort with lodging and outdoor adventures near Zion
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Pa'rus Trail4.7
Hurricane, Hurricane
A scenic paved trail following the Virgin River through Zion Canyon.
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
The Wave at Coyote Buttes4.7
The Wave Trail, Kanab
A breathtaking surreal sandstone rock formation in Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness

10Day 10

9:00 AM
2–4 hr stay
The Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel4.7
Zion – Mount Carmel Hwy, Hurricane
An iconic engineering marvel carved through Zion's dramatic red sandstone cliffs
1:30 PM
1–2 hr stay
Toquerville Falls4.7
7QX3+F7, Toquerville
Discover stunning multi-tiered desert waterfalls accessible via an adventurous off-road drive.
4:15 PM
2–4 hr stay
Zion National Park Visitor Center4.7
1 Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
The essential starting point for exploring Zion's majestic canyon scenery

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