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Canyonlands National Park

Park ClosureAug 26, 2026

Hans Flat Ranger Station Temporarily Closed

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CautionAug 24, 2026

Trailhead Access at Horseshoe Canyon

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CautionJun 26, 2026

No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect

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a broad stone arch with rock pinnacles in the distance

Mesa Arch, at Island in the Sky, is a great spot for photographers.

Photo: NPS/Neal Herbert

About

Canyonlands is a wilderness of canyons, buttes, and spires carved by the Colorado River and Green River. The park is divided into four distinct districts; no roads join them together. The districts share similar desert ecosystems, but each one provides unique opportunities for adventure and discovery.

Activities

AstronomyStargazingBikingBoatingCampingBackcountry CampingCar or Front Country CampingGroup CampingClimbingRock ClimbingGuided ToursBoat TourHikingHorse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Paddling
Canoe or Kayak Camping
Whitewater Rafting
Junior Ranger Program
Park Film
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store

Directions

Canyonlands National Park is cut into three land districts by the Green and Colorado rivers. Island in the Sky, in the north of the park, is about 40 minutes from Moab, UT via UT 313. The Needles district is in the southeast corner of Canyonlands, about 90 minutes from Moab or an hour from Monticello, UT via UT 211. The Maze district, in the west of the park, is the most remote and challenging; its ranger station is down 46 miles of dirt road from UT 24. All roads in The Maze require high-clearance 4WD.

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Weather

Canyonlands is part of the Colorado Plateau, a "high desert" region that experiences wide temperature fluctuations, sometimes over 40 degrees in a single day. The temperate (and most popular) seasons are spring (April-May) and fall (mid-September-October), when daytime highs average 60 to 80 F and lows average 30 to 50 F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100 F, making strenuous exercise difficult. Winters are cold, with highs averaging 30 to 50 F, and lows averaging 0 to 20 F.

News

Canyonlands National Park Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing Hiker
Aug 25, 2026

Canyonlands National Park Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Missing Hiker

The National Park Service is asking for the public’s help in locating Patrick J. Trier, a 71-year-old white male who was last seen in Salina, Utah, on Sunday, August 16.

Arches and Canyonlands Urge Visitors to Take Precautions During Extreme Heat
Aug 4, 2026

Arches and Canyonlands Urge Visitors to Take Precautions During Extreme Heat

As high temperatures continue, Arches and Canyonlands national parks urge visitors to prepare for extreme heat during summer visits.

The National Park Service and Interagency Partners begin reopening public lands impacted by the Babylon Fire to support community access and safety
Jul 17, 2026

The National Park Service and Interagency Partners begin reopening public lands impacted by the Babylon Fire to support community access and safety

Starting today, Friday, July 17, UT 211 will be open to the Canyonlands National Park boundary (The Needles district entrance). Monticello Field Office of Bureau of Land Management Lands north of UT 211 will also be reopened.

Entrance Fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle$30.00
Entrance - Motorcycle$25.00
Entrance - Per Person$15.00