You can do Zion in a quick weekend trip. Includes links for kids lessons and educational materials to make the trip educational as well. Would be an awesome spring break trip as well!
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Where to stay
Things to do
Educational materials for the kids
Where to stay
We stayed in the wagon which was super fun for the kids. Stargazing was amazing. Very cool place to stay with a variety of lodging options. Be aware this is near the east side which is not near the shuttle.
Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort | Lodging In Zion
Stay at one of these for most of the trip! They are so close to the shuttle and so affordable.
The 10 Best Springdale Hotels (From $76)
Things to do
We rented our gear to hike the narrows here. It was about $60 a person. Rent it the night before to beat the rush. Most amazing hike.
ZION CYCLES - Bike Shop, Rentals, Guides
Amazing tour - kids loved this! Do not do if you are very afraid of heights.
Springdale: Half-Day Canyoneering Experience!
Would help make the drive enjoyable and educational
Zion National Park Tour
Amazing hike. We did this with our 10 and 7 year old and they had a blast
The Narrows - Zion National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Another super fun hike with the kids
Upper Emerald Pools Trail (U.S. National Park Service)
Very fun stop to go sand sledding!
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park
Here is a total list of all the hikes. Don’t forget to check the weather!
Zion Canyon Trail Descriptions - Zion National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
We didn’t get a chance to go here on this trip but it’s a pretty short drive and I wish we did!
Bryce Canyon National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Educational materials for the kids
Get your kids excited about the trip!
Danger in Zion National Park: Mystery Adventure
Kids activity book for the travel days
Zion National Park Activity Book for Kids
Keep the kids engaged!
The Young Trailblazer: Zion Nat'l Park Guide
Coloring book for adults or kids
Zion National Park Coloring Book: 40+ Pages
Free entry to 4th graders and other education opportunities around the park
Education - Zion National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
I had my kids listen to this book to get excited about staying in the covered wagon!
Little House on the Prairie
Anyone wanting a good flashback to your childhood play this game! Also got my kids fairly educated about the Oregon trail
