(Springdale, UT) - Superintendent Jock Whitworth announced the reopening of the Zion Human History Museum and South Campground in Zion National Park. Both of these visitor facilities have been closed during the winter months. In addition, the park horse concession will begin operations for the season.

The Zion Human History Museum will be open daily 10:00AM to 5:00PM. The museum highlights the interaction of humans with the natural resources of Zion Canyon. The park’s 22-minute orientation film is shown in the museum auditorium by request on the hour and half hour from 10:00AM to 4:30PM. Rotating art exhibits, books, and other items of interest can be found at the museum bookstore operated by the Zion Natural History Association, the park’s non-profit partner.

South Campground’s 127 campsites are now open on a first-come, first-served basis. Watchman Campground can be made by calling (877) 444-6777 or visiting recreation.gov.

Canyon Trail Rides, the park horse concession operator, will offer one and three-hour guided horse trips on the Sand Bench Trail starting Saturday, March 12. For more information or to make a reservation, call (435) 679-8665 or visit canyonrides.com.

The Zion Canyon Visitor Center and Kolob Canyons Visitor Center are open year-round. Current operating hours for the Zion Canyon Visitor Center are 8:00AM to 5:00PM daily. The Kolob Canyons Visitor Center is open from 8:00AM to 4:30PM daily. Both visitor centers offer park information, backcountry permits, and bookstores.

For detailed information on Zion National Park, visit the park’s website at nps.gov/zion.