October 28, 2009, 4:52 pm
Mandatory shuttle service
in Zion National Park has ended for the season but weekend visitors are
still urged to use the shuttles on a voluntary basis.
The park shifted to shuttle-only traffic for March-to-November
visitors nine years ago to alleviate congestion and to benefit the
environment.
With regular service shut down for the year, park officials will
run volunteer shuttle service on Saturdays and Sundays until Nov. 29.
The shuttles will operate from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. along Zion Canyon
Scenic Drive. There is no charge for riding the shuttles.
Visitors can drive along the main road but are asked to park only in designated places.
