A film print of a prickly pear cactus blooming in the southwest desert of Utah.
A film print of a prickly pear cactus blooming in the southwest desert of Utah.
Zion Canyon · 2026
As a certified International Dark Sky Park, Zion has some of the darkest skies in North America. From meteor showers to dazzling views of the Milky Way, these cosmic events should not be missed!
✦July 14 – August 24✦
Perseid Meteor Shower
THE BEST METEOR SHOWER OF THE SUMMER! Combined with a new moon, one of the best Perseid displays in years. Peak viewing Aug 9 – 15.
✦September 22 – 26✦
Equinox & Harvest Moon
Prime galaxy season begins — followed by a golden full moon rising over the canyon walls.
✦October 4✦
Saturn Returns!
Saturn shines all night, rings reopened — its best apparition until next year.
✦October 21✦
Orionid Meteor Shower
Debris from Halley's Comet — up to 25 fast meteors per hour, best after midnight.
Cosmic Flow · Zion, Utah