Human History Museum
Visitor Center · Utah ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Zion National Park (National Park) · Open Access
- 4,010 ft
- Elevation
Immerse yourself in the human history of Zion National Park! Rangers staff an information desk during operating hours. Indoor exhibits explore the people, places, and stories of Zion. Rotating exhibits feature regional artists, local discoveries, and more. A 22-minute orientation film examines the history of the canyon and highlights the dramatic landscapes of the park. Visit the bookstore for books, gifts, and souvenirs. There are also dramatic views of the Towers of the Virgin and Bridge Mountain outside.
Getting there
The Zion Human History Museum is located roughly 1 mile from the park's South Entrance. This building can be reached by driving or by walking on the Pa'rus Trail.
To reach the museum by car, drive along the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway. About 1 mile north of the South Entrance, there is a turn with a sign for the Human History Museum.
To reach the museum by foot, walk along the Pa'rus Trail. About 3/4 of a mile from the Zion Canyon Visitor Center, there will be a small shelter with a turn for the museum.
37.20945, -112.98044 · 37°12'34.0"N 112°58'49.6"W
Typical weather
Typically 100°F in Jul, down to 53°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 54 | 58 | 66 | 73 | 84 | 95 | 100 | 98 | 91 | 78 | 64 | 53 |
| Low °F | 30 | 34 | 39 | 44 | 53 | 62 | 70 | 69 | 61 | 49 | 37 | 29 |
| Precip in | 2.0 | 2.1 | 2.0 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 1.1 | 1.6 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.2 | 1.6 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Human History Museum
- Can you reserve a site at Human History Museum?
- No. Human History Museum is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
Camping near Human History Museum
- South Campground (Ut) 0.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Watchman Campground 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Zion Nature Center 0.3 mi · Visitor Center
- Zion Canyon Visitor Center 0.7 mi · Visitor Center
- Eagle Crags Trail 5.1 mi · Facility
- Poverty Kiosk 9.4 mi · Kiosk
- Water Canyon Arch Trail 10.5 mi · Facility
- White Domes Trail 10.9 mi · Facility
- South Rim Trail 11.5 mi · Facility
- Bowls and Ledges Trail 11.7 mi · Facility
- Orderville Gulch Trailhead 11.9 mi · Facility
- Squirrel Mountain Trail 12 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone (435) 772-3256
- Email zion_park_information@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-05-30.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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