Kolob Canyons closes for construction projects
Projected to close for seven months beginning May 1
Access to portions of the Kolob Canyon District of Zion National Park will be restricted due to a construction project beginning May 1. The project involves reconstructing sections of the road, repaving the entire road, and adding accessible parking, sidewalk, and toilet facilities. All of Kolob Canyon Road, the visitor center, and the parking lot off of Interstate 15 will be closed to all traffic during the seven-month project. The Taylor Creek Trail, the Timber Creek Overlook Trail, the Lee Pass Trailhead, and other areas served via the Kolob Canyons Road will not be available to the public.
Overnight permitted hikes will be drop off/pick up only April 15–30. No vehicles or hiking will be permitted inside the closure beginning May 1. Construction engineers and park officials have determined that closing these areas during the project will be safest for visitors and workers and will expedite the work, so the area may open at the soonest possible date.
Visitors will be able to access the La Verkin Creek Trail and hike to the Kolob Arch via the Hop Valley Trail. Visitors may access the Hop Valley Trailhead from the Kolob Terrace Road. Overnight trips require a permit. There are many surrounding state parks, U.S. Forest Service, and public land scenic areas to consider as alternatives to Kolob Canyons during this closure.
