A large rockfall in Zion National Park temporarily closed a section of the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, prompting the suspension of shuttle service beyond The Grotto.
Park officials paused access around 12:20 p.m. as crews assessed the area and began clearing debris. No injuries were reported, and no vehicle or pedestrian traffic was permitted beyond the closure.
Zion Canyon shuttles were not traveling past The Grotto, Shuttle Stop No. 6. Service to destinations farther up the canyon, including Weeping Rock, Big Bend and the Temple of Sinawava, was suspended until further notice.
The National Park Service did not provide a timetable for when the road or shuttle service would reopen.
Rockfalls are a natural part of the geologic processes that continue to shape Zion Canyon and its surrounding landscape. Park officials routinely monitor and respond to rockfall hazards to protect visitors and employees.
Visitors should follow all posted closures and instructions from park staff while crews assess the area and work to clear debris.
Rockfall Safety @ Zion National Park:
Rockfall hazards occur throughout the park and are especially high near any cliff face. If you witness a rockfall, quickly move away from the cliff. If you are near the base of a cliff or talus slope when a rockfall occurs and cannot quickly move away from the base of the cliff, immediately seek shelter behind the largest nearby boulder and pull your backpack over your head. After rocks have stopped falling, move quickly as far away from the base of the cliff as possible. Be aware that rockfalls can occur at any time. Pay attention to your surroundings, stay off of closed trails, and, if unsure, keep away from cliffs.
