---

This is the oldest and perhaps, many say, the most beautiful of Utah's parks. It was named for an ancient Hebrew word meaning "sanctuary". Entering Zion for the 1st time, it is easy to see why. With over 229 square miles in the park it is hard to believe that all this was created, over time, by a little river named the Virgin River. Walls of sandstone stand over 1,000 feet tall and are many sh... Read Full Entry

---