But that’s kind of the point. Zion is built like an amusement park, so masses of people come. Now shuttles are necessary, and now it feels even more like an amusement park.

Many parks require you to take long hikes to see the most amazing scenery.

I think it’s fine for some parks to provide this level of accessibility, but I do hope it remains limited to a subset for this reason.

Zion is a zoo of people, but it's so freaking huge and gorgeous that the crowds don't diminish it, IMHO. I despise crowds but Zion is worthwhile anyway.

Rented bicycles at Zion, the shuttle will take you and your bike to the end of the park. We hiked and biked our way back across the day. (Am I the baddie?)

I almost did exactly this, and next time I’m there, I probably will!

No way I’m riding those shuttles again. Nothing quite shatters the peace and awe that comes with the scenery like a kid screaming and kicking non stop while his parents act helpless.