National Park Guide

Canyonlands National Park

Utah, US

A wilderness of countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes carved by the Colorado and Green rivers.

337,598
Acres
86
Trails
1964
Established
911,594
Annual Visitors

Quick Info

Season
Year-round
Entrance Fee
$30 per vehicle
Nearest Airport
Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), 2 hours
Best Months
March, April, May, September, October

Highlights

  • Grand View Point Overlook for a 100-mile panorama
  • Mesa Arch at sunrise framing the La Sal Mountains
  • Mountain biking the White Rim Road over 3-4 days
  • Hiking the Chesler Park Loop through the Needles
  • Confluence Overlook where the Colorado and Green rivers meet
  • Four-wheel driving through the remote Maze District

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About Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands is Utah's largest national park, divided into four distinct districts by the Colorado and Green rivers. The Island in the Sky mesa offers sweeping panoramas from 1,000 feet above the river, the Needles district features colorful sandstone spires and archaeological sites, and the remote Maze is considered the most inaccessible district in the national park system. The rivers' confluence creates a vast labyrinth of canyons stretching to the horizon.

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Where to Stay

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Sorrel River Ranch Resort

$$$$

A luxury riverside ranch resort along the Colorado River surrounded by towering red rock mesas. Full-service spa, horseback riding, and gourmet dining make it the premier lodging near Canyonlands.

25 miles from Island in the Sky entrance$450-750/night
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Gonzo Inn

$$

A retro-chic boutique hotel in downtown Moab with a vibrant mid-century modern aesthetic, courtyard pool, and art-filled common areas. Named as a nod to the adventurous spirit of Moab.

32 miles from Island in the Sky entrance$170-290/night
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Moab Valley Inn

$

A well-maintained hotel on Moab's main street offering comfortable rooms, outdoor pool, and a convenient location near restaurants and outfitters for Canyonlands and Arches adventures.

30 miles from Island in the Sky entrance$90-170/night
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Park Details

Highest Point
Cathedral Point, 7,120 ft
Camping
Available
Wilderness Areas
Yes
Pet Friendly
Limited (developed areas only)
Region
Southwest
Established
1964