By Anna Loughridge, The Utah Office of Tourism
SALT LAKE CITY — OCT. 1, 2025 — Despite the federal government shutdown, Utah’s Mighty 5® national parks — Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion — remain open and accessible.
“Our priority has been and continues to be preserving our parks, maintaining the visitor experience, and ensuring Utah communities and businesses that rely on national park visitation are supported,” said Natalie Randall, managing director of the Utah Office of Tourism and Film. “We are engaged in proactive conversations with public and private partners at all levels, offering strategic support to ensure the parks remain open with necessary resources.”
Below are key updates to note:
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National Parks will remain open and accessible during the shutdown.
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Visitors should expect reduced services and reduced staffing.
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The most up-to-date information can be found at VisitUtah.com/shutdown
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National parks are not only a treasure, but they also generate real, measurable value with visitor spending contributing $3.1 billion to the Utah economy in 2024.
Utah’s State Parks are unaffected by a federal shutdown. They are fully staffed and ready to welcome visitors.
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About the Utah Office of Tourism:
The Utah Office of Tourism (UOT) works to elevate life in Utah through responsible tourism stewardship, with a focus on marketing, stewardship, and development. UOT’s marketing efforts share Utah’s stories in ways that inspire travel, support local businesses, and contribute to the state’s economy. Its stewardship work helps guide visitation and encourage responsible discovery to protect Utah’s landscapes and communities. Through development, UOT collaborates with partners statewide to strengthen visitor economies in ways that serve both residents and travelers. Learn more at visitutah.com and travel.utah.gov.