Officials on Wednesday said that cleanup efforts had only just begun on the widespread damage damage done at Zion National Park and in Springdale by flash floods caused by thunderstorms.
Park officials said in a press release that SR-9 and both entrances to the park were open on Wednesday but that "motorists should exercise caution," and warning travelers who didn't need to get through the area to stay away.
"Visitors should expect traffic delays, debris on roads, and potential closures of trails and parking areas as clean-up continues and damage is being assessed," the release said.
The popular Watchman Trail near the south entrance to the park was closed due to trail damage, and the status of some of the park's services and amenities was unclear.