Arches Vs Canyonlands Of the two parks, Arches gets significantly more traffic than Canyonlands National Park. On average, 1.5 million people visit Arches every year, while only 500,000 make it over to Canyonlands per year. However, you shouldn’t take that to mean that Arches is a better destination for your next family vacation. Canyonlands has […]
The Grand Staircase-Escalante is a sprawling National Monument that reaches out over 1.8 million acres of vast plateaus, colorful cliffs, and fascinating rock formations. The monument is a popular spot with hikers, campers and backpackers . Outdoor enthusiasts will be happy to know that this park sees fewer visitors than its neighbors Zion National Park, […]
While Canyonlands National Park does have an entrance fee, you’re not required to get a permit before you arrive. However, there are a few specific activities that do require extra permits. If you want to take a vehicle down White Rim Road, Elephant Hill Road, Lavender Canyon Road, or Peekaboo and Horse Canyon Roads, you’ll […]
The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is without a doubt a one-of-a-kind travel destination. The expansive national monument stretches out over 1.9 million acres from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon all the way to the High Plateaus of Utah. To put that in perspective, the monument is just a little larger than the state […]
The Grand Staircase National Monument is a popular spot for seasoned wilderness hikers, but its otherworldly beauty, unique landscape and breathtaking natural vistas appeal to less experienced hikers as well as road trippers. The Grand Staircase Escalante is a massive national monument, stretching from the North Rim of the Grand Canyon to the High Plateaus […]
There’s really no way to say which part of Canyonlands National Park is the best, but we’d recommend that first-time visitors start with the Island in the Sky before heading to the Needles. The Island in the Sky has more impressive vistas and easier trails, and it’s closer to Moab so you can get there […]
Despite being the largest national park in Utah, Canyonlands National Park is often overlooked in favor of more famous destinations like Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park, and nearby Arches. However, Canyonlands has a uniquely rugged landscape formed by the rushing waters of the Green and Colorado Rivers, offering a stark beauty you can’t find in […]
Bringing a Dog to Canyonlands National Park You can bring your dog to Canyonlands National Park, although it might not be the best idea. At Canyonlands, pets are allowed only along the roads, in parking lots, and at campgrounds and picnic areas. All pets, dogs included, have to be kept on a leash whenever they’re […]
It’s hard to pick out the “best” part of Canyonlands National Park since each region is so different, but if you’re going to visit just one part of the park, you should make it the Island in the Sky. A huge mesa standing 1000 feet over the rest of Canyonlands, the Island in the Sky […]
Canyonlands National Park is split up into a few different regions, each with some incredible trails and overlooks, but the one area you really shouldn’t miss is the Island in the Sky, an enormous mesa standing about 1000 feet above the rest of the park. If you only have a single day to spend in […]
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