Basecamp 2027

Venue & plan your trip

March 23–26, 2027 · Springdale, Utah

A river flows between tall sandstone canyon walls.

Join us in Springdale, Utah, at the south entrance to Zion National Park.

Conference venue

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park

1141 Canyon Springs Drive
Springdale, UT 84767

All conference sessions will be held at the hotel, just off Zion Park Boulevard near Zion National Park’s south entrance.

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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Springdale Zion National Park, the Basecamp conference venue.
Map of Greater Zion showing Springdale and surrounding communities.
Map of Greater Zion. Source: Getting Around Greater Zion.

Lodging

Staying at the conference hotel offers easy access to sessions. Room block information is not yet available.

If you stay elsewhere, check the distance to the venue and the transportation options available during conference hours before booking.

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Getting to Springdale

Springdale is on State Route 9 near Zion National Park’s south entrance. Choose the travel option that works best for you:

  1. Drive to the venue. Use 1141 Canyon Springs Drive, Springdale, UT 84767 in your navigation app.
  2. Fly to St. George Regional Airport (SGU). Rent a car or arrange ground transportation to Springdale. Confirm pickup locations and service with your provider before traveling.
  3. Fly to Las Vegas (LAS) or Salt Lake City (SLC). You can also fly into either airport and drive to Springdale.
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Getting around & parking

Walking and local shuttles

Depending on your lodging location and shuttle hours, you may be able to walk or use local shuttles to reach the venue.

The free Springdale shuttle serves nine stops along Zion Park Boulevard and connects with the Zion Canyon shuttle at the park entrance. During the operating season, Springdale buses typically arrive every 10–15 minutes. No shuttle ticket or reservation is required.

Shuttles typically operate from March through November, but schedules change seasonally. Check the National Park Service schedule for service during your visit.

For travel from outside Springdale, review SunTran’s regional route and current timetable before choosing your lodging and transportation.

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Parking at the venue

If you stay elsewhere and drive to the conference, parking at SpringHill Suites is currently listed at $20 per day.

Confirm current rates and parking availability with the hotel before your visit.

Questions about your trip?

Contact the organizers about the venue, lodging, or conference travel.

Jordan W. Smith, Ph.D.

jordan.smith@usu.edu

Elizabeth Sodja, AICP

liz.sodja@usu.edu