Large rockfall indefinitely closes key route through Zion National Park

What happened

A large rockfall near the Canyon Junction bridge closed the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway through Zion National Park, impacting access between the park's south and east entrances.

Timeline

1. Oct 5, 1:32 PM TownLift Large rockfall indefinitely closes key route through Zion National Park
2. Oct 5, 8:15 PM St George News (Washington County) Zion reopens east entrance after 'major rockslide' — here’s what visitors need to know

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