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Geology
Zion Canyon reveals many events of middle geologic times. Zion begins where the Grand Canyon
ends and ends where Bryce Canyon begins. Within these three parks 2 billion years of geologic history is recorded. The geologic
formations are sedimentary rocks that contain and reveal information about the geography, climate, fauna, and flora at the
time that they were deposited.
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Flora and Fauna
A variety of life zones and habitats makes Zion an excellant location for over 900 species of
plants, 75 species of mammals, 265 types of birds, and a large variety of reptiles on land with 8 different fish. The great
elevations and formations create a very diverse environment. Zion has the greatest botanical diversity in all of Utah.
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Main Canyon is the main and most popular section of the park. Popular trails are all found on the 8 mile
scenic drive that is accesible by Shuttle April-Oct. and by private vehicle the rest of the year. Zion Narrows carved out
by the Virgin River 16 miles long, up to 2000 ft. deep and at times only 20-30 ft. wide.
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