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Greater Zion Stadium - home of Utah Tech Trailblazers in St. George, Utah
NCAA FCS

Greater Zion StadiumSt. George, Utah

Utah Tech Trailblazers

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Capacity
10,500
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Conference
Big Sky
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Opened
1985
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Surface
FieldTurf Revolution (CoolPlay infill, since 2011)

πŸ“–About Greater Zion Stadium

Greater Zion Stadium opened in 1985 as Hansen Stadium and has grown to 10,500 seats with grandstands on both the east and west sides. The stadium was renamed in 2020 through a partnership with Washington County's Greater Zion Convention & Tourism Office. Recent renovations in 2019 and 2022 added the east grandstand and premium boxes. The 2022 season marked Utah Tech's transition to full FCS membership.

πŸ›οΈGreater Zion Stadium History

Origins

Built in 1985 to provide a permanent home for university football (then Dixie State). The facility has grown with the program through multiple expansions.

Major Renovations

2019East grandstand constructed
2020Renamed Greater Zion Stadium through partnership with Washington County tourism
2022Press box enlarged and premium boxes added to west grandstand

Notable Moments

2022Utah Tech (formerly Dixie State) became full FCS member, played as FCS independent
2023Joined Western Athletic Conference (WAC)

🎟️Visiting Greater Zion Stadium

Best Seats

West grandstand with new premium boxes offers excellent views and amenities. East side provides good sightlines at lower price points.

Parking Tips

Campus parking lots surrounding stadium. Free parking on weekends and gamedays.

Game Day

Experience Trailblazers football as the program continues its FCS journey. The warm St. George climate makes for pleasant gameday conditions, especially early and late season.

πŸ—ΊοΈLocal Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Zion Brewery Station II

$$

Two-story brewpub in renovated 1918 fire station with handcrafted microbrews, billiards, and live music.

πŸ’‘ Beer pong tournaments and live music. Historic atmosphere.

George's Corner Restaurant & Pub

$$

Local favorite on Main Street with artisan cocktails, scratch cooking, and live music three nights weekly.

πŸ’‘ Known as "the local's spot." Great atmosphere.

🍽️Restaurants

Cliffside Restaurant

$$$

Upscale dining with breathtaking views of St. George area.

πŸ’‘ Perfect for special occasion dinners. Reservations recommended.

The Wood Ash Rye

$$

Restaurant and bar featuring unique cocktails with local ingredients and Utah craft spirits.

πŸ’‘ Try cocktails with High West or Sugar House Distillery spirits.

🎭Attractions

Zion National Park

$$

World-famous national park with stunning red rock formations and hiking.

πŸ“ 45 minutes

πŸ’‘ Make a weekend of it - combine football with one of America's most spectacular parks.

Snow Canyon State Park

$

A dramatic 7,400-acre state park of ancient lava flows and red Navajo sandstone canyons with hiking, biking, and horseback trails that feel like a scaled-down Zion within minutes of the city.

πŸ“ 11 mi1002 Snow Canyon Dr, Ivins, UT 84738

πŸ’‘ Day-use pass is $15/vehicle (Utah residents) or $20/vehicle (non-residents) as of July 2025 β€” the old $10 rate no longer applies. Arrive early in summer β€” the parking lot fills by mid-morning on weekends. The Jenny's Canyon and Petrified Dunes trails are short, easy, and visually striking.

St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm

$

A genuine working paleontology site built over an Early Jurassic trackway where real dinosaur footprints were unearthed during a construction project, with life-sized models and an active fossil prep lab you can watch through a window.

πŸ“ 3 mi2180 E Riverside Dr, St. George, UT 84790

πŸ’‘ Open daily 10 AM–5 PM; ticket sales close at 4:30 PM. Admission is $10 adults, $9 seniors (70+), $5 ages 5–17, free under 5. Budget 60–90 minutes. The fossil trackway floor is the real draw β€” the interpretive signage explains exactly which prints belong to which species.

Red Hills Desert Garden

Free

A free, nearly five-acre water-wise botanical garden operated by the Washington County Water Conservancy District, featuring 5,000+ labeled desert plants, a replica slot canyon, dinosaur tracks, and panoramic views over St. George.

πŸ“ 2 mi375 E Red Hills Pkwy, St. George, UT 84770

πŸ’‘ Open daily 6 AM–10 PM, no admission charge. The shaded loop is compact enough for a 30-minute stroll before or after the game. The replica slot canyon is a fun photo stop for families.

Pioneer Park (Dixie Rock)

Free

A free 52-acre city park at the base of the Red Cliffs Conservation Area where a short scramble up the iconic Dixie Sugarloaf sandstone dome rewards visitors with the best panoramic view over the city and surrounding red-rock landscape.

πŸ“ 1.5 mi375 E Red Hills Pkwy, St. George, UT 84770

πŸ’‘ Open daily 6 AM–10 PM. The rock scramble to the summit is unshaded β€” go at sunset for cooler temps and spectacular light on the cliffs. Sturdy footwear recommended; trail shoes beat sandals on the sandstone.

πŸ…ΏοΈParking Options

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Stadium Parking Lots

Free
LotπŸ“ 0.1-0.3 miles

πŸ’‘ Free parking on gamedays. Multiple lots available.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Greater Zion Stadium

What is the capacity of Greater Zion Stadium?
Greater Zion Stadium has a seating capacity of 10,500.
Where is Greater Zion Stadium located?
Greater Zion Stadium is located in St. George, Utah.
What team plays at Greater Zion Stadium?
Greater Zion Stadium is the home stadium of Utah Tech Trailblazers in the Big Sky.
When was Greater Zion Stadium built?
Greater Zion Stadium opened in 1985.
Where are the best seats at Greater Zion Stadium?
West grandstand with new premium boxes offers excellent views and amenities. East side provides good sightlines at lower price points.
What are the best parking tips for Greater Zion Stadium?
Campus parking lots surrounding stadium. Free parking on weekends and gamedays.
What type of surface does Greater Zion Stadium have?
Greater Zion Stadium has a fieldturf revolution (coolplay infill, since 2011) playing surface.
What stadiums are near Greater Zion Stadium?
The closest stadiums to Greater Zion Stadium are Eccles Coliseum (48 mi), Allegiant Stadium (114 mi), Walkup Skydome (170 mi), LaVell Edwards Stadium (241 mi), Chase Field (266 mi), Angel Stadium (333 mi).

References

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