Canyonlands invites you to explore a wilderness of countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes carved by the Colorado River and its tributaries. Rivers divide the park into four districts: Island in the Sky, The Needles, The Maze, and the rivers themselves. These areas share a primitive desert atmosphere, but each offers different opportunities for sightseeing and adventure.
Elephant Hill 4WD road in Needles district is temporarily closed past SOB Hill due to damage related to recent flooding. Visitors with permits may still access the road up to that point but must turn around there and exit. Hikers are permitted access.
Updated on 09/03/2024
Between March and November, particularly on busy holiday weekends, you may experience long lines at the entrance road. Parking lots at popular trailheads and viewpoints will fill early. Pack your patience and arrive early to avoid crowds.
Updated on 08/29/2022
Hite Ramp is closed. The North Wash take-out is a primitive, unimproved dirt take-out. You will not be able to back a trailer down the dirt slope. Recent washouts have further deteriorated conditions.
Updated on 06/24/2022
Daily high temperatures in the park are reaching or exceeding 95°F (35°C). Trails have little to no shade. Avoid hiking during the hottest hours of the day (10 am to 6 pm), and carry and drink water throughout your visit.
Updated on 06/24/2015
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Elephant Hill 4WD road in Needles district is temporarily closed past SOB Hill due to damage related to recent flooding. Visitors with permits may still access the road up to that point but must turn around there and exit. Hikers are permitted access.
Updated on 09/03/2024
Between March and November, particularly on busy holiday weekends, you may experience long lines at the entrance road. Parking lots at popular trailheads and viewpoints will fill early. Pack your patience and arrive early to avoid crowds.
Updated on 08/29/2022
Hite Ramp is closed. The North Wash take-out is a primitive, unimproved dirt take-out. You will not be able to back a trailer down the dirt slope. Recent washouts have further deteriorated conditions.
Updated on 06/24/2022
Daily high temperatures in the park are reaching or exceeding 95°F (35°C). Trails have little to no shade. Avoid hiking during the hottest hours of the day (10 am to 6 pm), and carry and drink water throughout your visit.
Updated on 06/24/2015