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.
Mesa Arch
Mesa Arch, at Island in the Sky, is a great spot for photographers.
Pothole Point
Pothole Point Trail
The Maze
The Maze is the most remote district of the park. Visiting requires four-wheel drive, self-reliance, and extra time.
White Rim Road
The White Rim Road at Island in the Sky is a popular road for mountain bikers.
The Needles in Chesler Park
The Needles, pinnacles of Cedar Mesa Sandstone, are visible in many parts of the Needles District, including this view in Chesler Park.
Boating on the Colorado River
Boating the Colorado and Green rivers is a popular activity at Canyonlands (permit required).
