Zion National Park, too, has one hotel: the Zion Lodge, with 120 rooms.

In addition to the 40 cabins, the Zion Lodge has 81 rooms, a restaurant, a snack bar and a gift shop.

Zion Lodge - completed 1927, burned 1966, rebuilt (different style, then restored to original appearance in the 1990s)

The central booking number for Zion Lodge and other accommodations in the park is 801-586-7686.

Where to Eat The dining room at Zion Lodge serves three meals daily.

In Springdale, Flanigan's dining room is cheerful, with appealing food at prices lower than Zion Lodge.

In September 1817 Zion Lodge provided much needed support for the newly-created University of Michigan.

The Zion Lodge sits at the canyon's base.

The district is centered on the Zion Lodge.

Of the total amount subscribed to start the university two-thirds came from Zion Lodge and its members.