canyonland national park
The Colorado River and its tributaries sculpted the breathtaking terrain of Canyonlands National Park, which is situated in southeast Utah. Canyonlands, a vast and varied park with five districts—Island in the Sky, The Needles, The Maze, The Horseshoe Canyon, and the united rivers, the Green and Colorado Rivers—is well-known for its striking canyons, mesas, buttes, arches, and spires. There are distinct recreational activities and geological features in every district. The huge and varied terrain of Canyonlands National Park provides chances for both solitude and adventure.
BASIC FACTS ON BRYCE NATIONAL PARK
LOCATION: UTAH
SIZE: 337,597 acres (136,621 hectares)
FOUNDED: September 12, 1964
BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring (March through May) and Fall (mid-September through November)
HOW MANY DAYS: 1-2 DAYS
ROAD TRIP
SUGGESTION: UTAH’S MIGHTY 5
NOTE: Reservations might be required to enter the park during peak seasons and you might need additional info about the park in order to have a smooth travel. Please VISIT HERE for latest information about the park.
RORA TRAVELS
THINGS TO DO AND SEE
Island in the Sky District:
- Check out the viewpoints: Visitor Center Viewpoint, Shafer Canyon Viewpoint, Shafer Trail Viewpoint, Grand View Point Overlook, Buck Canyon Viewpoint, Green River Overlook and White Rim Overlook. Enjoy panoramic views of the canyons and mesas from this popular overlook.
- Mesa Arch: Witness a stunning sunrise or admire the natural arch framing the distant La Sal Mountains.
- Hike the trails below the rim of Island in the Sky mesa: White Rim Trail; Gooseberry Trail; Murphy Trail; Lathrop Trail; Wilhite Trail; Alcove Spring Trail or Syncline Loop Trail
- Drive White Rim Road
- Hike the short trails on the rim of the Island in the Sky: White Rim Overlook Trail; Grand View Point Trail; Whale Rock Trail; Aztec Butte Trail; Upheaval Dome Trail.
The Needles:
- Hike short trail such as Slickrock Trail, then to Chester Park Loop, or to Druid Arch Trail
- Drive Elephant Hill with a 4WD vehicle and/or drive out to the Confluence Overlook, where you can see the spot where Colorado and Green River meet.
The Maze
- Explore this part of the park in a 4WD vehicle
The Rivers District (Green or Colorado River)
- Go canoeing. kayaking or white water rafting.
The Horseshoe Canyon:
- See the rock art at the Great Gallery.
ITINERARIES
ONE DAY IN CANYONLAND (Coming Soon)
2 DAYS IN CANYONDLAND (Coming Soon)
3 DAYS IN CANYONLAND (Coming Soon)
LODGINGS
UPSCALE: Red Cliff Lodge; Homewood Suites by Hilton Moab; Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
MID RANGE/BUDGET: Best Western Plus Canyonlands Inn; Fairfield Inn & Suites Moab; Hampton Inn Moab; Hyatt Place Moab; Comfort Suites Moab near Arches National Park
