Canyonlands National Park
Overview
At times, the incredible canyons and buttes of Canyonlands National Park seem to defy the forces of gravity. Formed over many thousands of years by the persistence of the Colorado River and it's tributaries, the park is a testament to the power of water. While the entire park was carved from the same stark desert scape, there are four distinct regions of Canyonlands: the Maze, the Needles, and the Island in the Sky, in addition to the rivers that divide the park. Each region holds unique beauty and different opportunities for adventure and exploration.
To learn more about about Canyonlands National Park, visit www.nps.gov.
Local Info
There are three visitors centers in Canyonlands National Park, each of which operate seasonally. More information about specific operating hours can be found here.
- Island In the Sky Visitor Center: Open early March through late December
- Needles Visitor Center: Open early March through late December
- Hans Flat Ranger Station (the Maze): Open year round, 8 am to 4:30 pm
Visiting Tips
Fees & Passes:
To learn more about park fees, click here.
Camping & Lodging
- Willow Flat: Amenities include vault toilets, fire grates, and picnic tables.
- Squaw Flat: Amenities include potable water, picnic tables, flush toilets, fire grates, and tent pads.
There are no lodges in Canyonlands National Park, although hotel accommodations are available in the nearby towns of Monticello, Moab, or Hanksville, Utah.
Food & Drink
Other Activities
Maps & Guidebooks
Gems in Canyonlands National Park - 5
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Recommended Routes in Canyonlands National Park - 10
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Grand Viewpoint Overlook Trail
1.8 mi 3.0 km • 154' Up 46.96 m Up • 155' Down 47.12 m Down
Druid Arch
10.2 mi 16.4 km • 1,018' Up 310.19 m Up • 1,016' Down 309.7 m Down
Upheaval Dome Overlook Trail
1.4 mi 2.3 km • 278' Up 84.69 m Up • 278' Down 84.7 m Down
Big Spring Canyon/Squaw Canyon Loop
7.4 mi 11.8 km • 541' Up 164.86 m Up • 541' Down 164.96 m Down
The Great Gallery
7.2 mi 11.6 km • 764' Up 232.86 m Up • 765' Down 233.17 m Down
Chesler Park Loop
10.5 mi 17.0 km • 1,347' Up 410.45 m Up • 1,369' Down 417.19 m Down
Fort Bottom Ruins Trail
3.5 mi 5.6 km • 447' Up 136.38 m Up • 447' Down 136.26 m Down
Canyonlands National Park Running
- 320 Miles 514 Kilometers of Trail
- 10 Recommended Routes
- 5 Gems
- 37 Easy Trails
- 55 Intermediate Trails
- 21 Difficult Trails
Areas Within Canyonlands National Park
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Trails in Canyonlands National Park - 103
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#1Mesa Arch Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 89 | ||
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#2Syncline Loop Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 35 | ||
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#3Chesler Park Trail
Monticello, UT
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Monticello, UT | 24 | ||
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#4Joint Trail
Monticello, UT
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Monticello, UT | 20 | ||
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#5Lathrop Canyon Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 14 | ||
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#6Big Spring Canyon Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 12 | ||
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#7Murphy Hogback Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 10 | ||
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#8White Rim Overlook Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 13 | ||
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#9Slickrock Trail
Moab, UT
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Moab, UT | 9 | ||
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#10Druid Arch Trail
Monticello, UT
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Monticello, UT | 7 |
Photos of Canyonlands National Park - 315
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