Trail Conditions
User-reported conditions for hiking trails and backcountry areas. Help fellow hikers by sharing what you see on the trail.
39 conditions found
Campfires, charcoal fires, or other open fires are not allowed
WarningVerifiedBryce Canyon is in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. No setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using of open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires, charcoal fires, and propane fire pits in park campgrounds. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is not permitted, except inside an enclosed vehicle. Fireworks are never permitted at Bryce Canyon National Park. --- Source: NPS Alerts (brca) | Alert ID: 49B62F08-FA66-4E5E-9011-41FD7C1B5E4A
Campfires, charcoal fires, or other open fires are not allowed
WarningVerifiedBryce Canyon is in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. No setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using of open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires, charcoal fires, and propane fire pits in park campgrounds. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is not permitted, except inside an enclosed vehicle. Fireworks are never permitted at Bryce Canyon National Park. --- Source: NPS Alerts (brca) | Alert ID: 49B62F08-FA66-4E5E-9011-41FD7C1B5E4A
Campfires, charcoal fires, or other open fires are not allowed
WarningVerifiedBryce Canyon is in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions. No setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using of open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires, charcoal fires, and propane fire pits in park campgrounds. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is not permitted, except inside an enclosed vehicle. Fireworks are never permitted at Bryce Canyon National Park. --- Source: NPS Alerts (brca) | Alert ID: 49B62F08-FA66-4E5E-9011-41FD7C1B5E4A
Air Quality Impacted by Wildfire Smoke
WarningVerifiedSmoke from regional wildfires is affecting air quality in the park. When air quality is a concern be sure to: 1) monitor air quality and smoke forecasts 2) assess your own sensitivity to poor air quality, and the sensitivity of others in your group and 3) adjust outdoor activities as needed. Find out current air quality conditions at https://fire.airnow.gov. --- Source: NPS Alerts (glac) | Alert ID: 3B7359FF-3496-4CAC-BDCD-7BED4D88CF53
Air Quality Impacted by Wildfire Smoke
WarningVerifiedSmoke from regional wildfires is affecting air quality in the park. When air quality is a concern be sure to: 1) monitor air quality and smoke forecasts 2) assess your own sensitivity to poor air quality, and the sensitivity of others in your group and 3) adjust outdoor activities as needed. Find out current air quality conditions at https://fire.airnow.gov. --- Source: NPS Alerts (glac) | Alert ID: 3B7359FF-3496-4CAC-BDCD-7BED4D88CF53
Air Quality Impacted by Wildfire Smoke
WarningVerifiedSmoke from regional wildfires is affecting air quality in the park. When air quality is a concern be sure to: 1) monitor air quality and smoke forecasts 2) assess your own sensitivity to poor air quality, and the sensitivity of others in your group and 3) adjust outdoor activities as needed. Find out current air quality conditions at https://fire.airnow.gov. --- Source: NPS Alerts (glac) | Alert ID: 3B7359FF-3496-4CAC-BDCD-7BED4D88CF53
Air Quality Impacted by Wildfire Smoke
WarningVerifiedSmoke from regional wildfires is affecting air quality in the park. When air quality is a concern be sure to: 1) monitor air quality and smoke forecasts 2) assess your own sensitivity to poor air quality, and the sensitivity of others in your group and 3) adjust outdoor activities as needed. Find out current air quality conditions at https://fire.airnow.gov. --- Source: NPS Alerts (glac) | Alert ID: 3B7359FF-3496-4CAC-BDCD-7BED4D88CF53
Air Quality Impacted by Wildfire Smoke
WarningVerifiedSmoke from regional wildfires is affecting air quality in the park. When air quality is a concern be sure to: 1) monitor air quality and smoke forecasts 2) assess your own sensitivity to poor air quality, and the sensitivity of others in your group and 3) adjust outdoor activities as needed. Find out current air quality conditions at https://fire.airnow.gov. --- Source: NPS Alerts (glac) | Alert ID: 3B7359FF-3496-4CAC-BDCD-7BED4D88CF53
Full Burn Ban Begins August 7
WarningVerifiedDue to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, all campfires will be prohibited starting on August 7. This includes wilderness, backcountry, non-developed and developed areas, and coastal beaches. Propane and gas stoves are allowed, if operated at least three feet away from flammable vegetation and forest litter. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 8CEBCB9B-9144-4868-84B0-AB3330932BB8
Full Burn Ban Begins August 7
WarningVerifiedDue to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, all campfires will be prohibited starting on August 7. This includes wilderness, backcountry, non-developed and developed areas, and coastal beaches. Propane and gas stoves are allowed, if operated at least three feet away from flammable vegetation and forest litter. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 8CEBCB9B-9144-4868-84B0-AB3330932BB8
Full Burn Ban Begins August 7
WarningVerifiedDue to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, all campfires will be prohibited starting on August 7. This includes wilderness, backcountry, non-developed and developed areas, and coastal beaches. Propane and gas stoves are allowed, if operated at least three feet away from flammable vegetation and forest litter. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 8CEBCB9B-9144-4868-84B0-AB3330932BB8
Full Burn Ban Begins August 7
WarningVerifiedDue to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, all campfires will be prohibited starting on August 7. This includes wilderness, backcountry, non-developed and developed areas, and coastal beaches. Propane and gas stoves are allowed, if operated at least three feet away from flammable vegetation and forest litter. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 8CEBCB9B-9144-4868-84B0-AB3330932BB8
Full Burn Ban Begins August 7
WarningVerifiedDue to increased fire activity and dry vegetation, all campfires will be prohibited starting on August 7. This includes wilderness, backcountry, non-developed and developed areas, and coastal beaches. Propane and gas stoves are allowed, if operated at least three feet away from flammable vegetation and forest litter. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 8CEBCB9B-9144-4868-84B0-AB3330932BB8
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
WarningVerifiedThe Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
WarningVerifiedThe Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
WarningVerifiedThe Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
WarningVerifiedThe Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3
Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas
WarningVerifiedThe Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page. --- Source: NPS Alerts (olym) | Alert ID: 0918CC30-347E-47CA-98FC-9AB7602DE1B3
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect
WarningVerifiedNo setting, building, maintaining, attending, or using open fires of any kind in the park. This includes campfires and charcoal fires in Watchman Campground, South Campground, and picnic areas in Zion Canyon. Stoves fueled by petroleum or liquid propane gas are allowed. Smoking is prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: DD17A94A-AD46-4DD7-8CD1-85FEB125A9B6
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
WarningVerifiedAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables. --- Source: NPS Alerts (arch) | Alert ID: 7BEA9873-BF77-45AD-9B5C-B1C83910D7F6
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
WarningVerifiedAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables. --- Source: NPS Alerts (arch) | Alert ID: 7BEA9873-BF77-45AD-9B5C-B1C83910D7F6
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
WarningVerifiedAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables. --- Source: NPS Alerts (arch) | Alert ID: 7BEA9873-BF77-45AD-9B5C-B1C83910D7F6
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
WarningVerifiedAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables. --- Source: NPS Alerts (cany) | Alert ID: F47D52BD-C338-4B15-A0E5-A08A8FA27970
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
WarningVerifiedAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables. --- Source: NPS Alerts (cany) | Alert ID: F47D52BD-C338-4B15-A0E5-A08A8FA27970
Large vehicle restrictions now in effect for Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
WarningVerifiedAs of June 7, 2026, the park is enforcing size and weight limits for vehicles on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. Vehicles that exceed length, width, height, or weight limits cannot travel between Canyon Junction and the park's East Entrance. See the current limits on the page linked below. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 83AE2DD9-F167-445F-8B00-A4F9E5A993D8
Large vehicle restrictions now in effect for Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
WarningVerifiedAs of June 7, 2026, the park is enforcing size and weight limits for vehicles on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. Vehicles that exceed length, width, height, or weight limits cannot travel between Canyon Junction and the park's East Entrance. See the current limits on the page linked below. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 83AE2DD9-F167-445F-8B00-A4F9E5A993D8
Large vehicle restrictions now in effect for Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway
WarningVerifiedAs of June 7, 2026, the park is enforcing size and weight limits for vehicles on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. Vehicles that exceed length, width, height, or weight limits cannot travel between Canyon Junction and the park's East Entrance. See the current limits on the page linked below. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 83AE2DD9-F167-445F-8B00-A4F9E5A993D8
Oasis of Mara Trail Partial Closure
WarningVerifiedDue to a heavy flooding event, the Oasis of Mara Trail is closed past the Oasis. --- Source: NPS Alerts (jotr) | Alert ID: B28BDD5D-BBC4-454C-A34B-BE47D64A1C3A
Toxic Cyanobacteria in the Virgin River and the streams of Zion National Park
WarningVerifiedDo not submerge your head in or filter drinking water from still or moving water. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 09699C7F-F2CD-4BE9-B8D4-5E19CC89BE7A
Toxic Cyanobacteria in the Virgin River and the streams of Zion National Park
WarningVerifiedDo not submerge your head in or filter drinking water from still or moving water. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 09699C7F-F2CD-4BE9-B8D4-5E19CC89BE7A
Toxic Cyanobacteria in the Virgin River and the streams of Zion National Park
WarningVerifiedDo not submerge your head in or filter drinking water from still or moving water. --- Source: NPS Alerts (zion) | Alert ID: 09699C7F-F2CD-4BE9-B8D4-5E19CC89BE7A