Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort

Zion & Bryce Canyon National Parks

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Families love this activity-rich ranch on 4000 acres on Zion's eastern side. Guests can hike, bike, canyoneer, climb, swim, play sports, ride four-wheelers and horses, and eat three meals a day right here (packages available). Wi-fi-enabled camping sites and cabins (linens included) are served by huge showers and bathrooms.

North Fork Rd is about 2.5 miles east of the park's east entrance; continue 5 miles north of Hwy 9 from there to Twin Knolls Rd. From here, several great backcountry trails link from 4WD roads into the national park.

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