Truly one of the more spectacular places I've seen in my life in my travels around the world. I've seen some amazing things and this is one of the few places that gives you the feeling of insignificance in the grand scheme of things like the grand canyon. The views are breathtaking, traffic to get in wasn't bad, but beware that there is very little cell phone signal anywhere out here. Some of the trails are poorly marked and some of them have a lot of steps that are in poor condition from rain and erosion.

I visited Canyonlands National Park and was completely blown away by the massive red rock canyons and endless panoramic views. The overlooks were stunning, especially at sunrise, and the hiking trails gave a real sense of adventure and peace. What I didn’t love was how few shaded areas there were — the heat can get pretty intense, and some trails felt a bit poorly marked. Still, it’s an incredible and unforgettable place that’s absolutely worth the trip if you love wild landscapes and open skies.

Absolutely gorgeous! The views are breathtaking and the natural landscape looks like a dream. Don’t skip out on this park if you are nearby. It was 100% worth the visit. If you can enjoy the night sky and stargaze. We were able to see the Milky Way. It was beautiful!

This is a beautiful park. The canyons are spectacular, and vast, though not as colorful as the Grand Canyon. You can see a lot from your car, but for the full experience hit some of the hiking trails.

Absolutely stunning vistas. Big horn sheep. Off roading and camping in the middle of nowhere and having one of the funnest vacations of my life with 3 of my sons and daughters in law. We did Shafer trail one day, then White Rim trail over 2 days. Cannot wait to go back and do it all again!

This is a large park. I recommend a full day to see it. There is a lot of hiking/walking to the main points. There is also two entrances to the park. The first one is up on the north end by Moab and Dead Horse State Park. This is where the Island in the Sky visitor center is located. Almost every stop after you park there is a short walk to the view. The Mesa Arch is a short hike. On a decent trail. I would plan on taking water and planning on a hour. Even if you are not in great physical shape you can do this. It is well worth it. On the south east side of the park is the other entrance to the needles. You will loose internet access to maps on your way there. I would recommend taking a few photos of maps before going, unless you already have the park map the road is on that to the park.

Incredible with immense grandeur. Between arches and Canyonlands, Canyonlands has much longer trails, more open space, and easier avenues to avoid crowds. If you have time, check out both the main part of the park and the needles district to the south. My highlights were Druid arch and Murphy canyon.

We stayed at the RV park, was nice, great shower, clean. Pool, hot tub, sauna. Staff was great. Security guard kept driving by, stop roll his windows down, I ask him if he needed anything, he would say, no just checking?? Annoying Restaurant: waiting 15 min, no one came to table. We left. No alcohol on site. Over all nice place,

It was 5:30 pm on a Friday. We got gas at the gas station across the way and saw the Casino sign. We were getting hungry and thought they might have a buffet. Boy were we glad we stopped by! We paid $20 each for a buffet dinner that included prime rib! They had raspberry tea as a drink option that was delicious as well as soups, salades, and a dessert selection that included fresh peach pie! The only minor negative was that they do not serve ice cream to go with the desserts. The staff were also very friendly. I felt very welcome! They also have RV spots available, which we will keep in mind for the future.

WOW! The snow crab every Friday and Saturday night for only $10 is INSANE. ITS AMAZING..Also the Prime Rib is so juicy and tender. Like wow! Chaz was my server and he was so incredibly nice..Just amazing

My father and I recently stayed here on a road trip to the Four Corners area and Monument Valley. The hotel is clean and quiet. The buffet was great. We wandered around and played some games and then walked across the street to the community center where the local tribe was having a Powwow and invited us to join. Everything was a great experience, and I would definitely come again.

My son and I stopped in for lunch. Everything was fresh, hot and tasted good. The choice for lunch was not huge, but it was good. The staff was very friendly in the buffet. They even asked if I was a veteran and gave me a discount. The Casino was okay. I left 100.00 up. Can't say anything about the hotel. I will stop and eat there again.

Good everytime! Went for a late drive in the evening. Ended up here, decided to try their buffet. 20$ for it all. It was very good! Will be coming back soon again! Thank you!

We have been traveling over the last week from Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and we were in need of a relaxing night. Went to the restaurant for supper, and back again for breakfast. Food was amazing and the staff were so friendly. I wanted to give a huge shout out to our morning server camara or camarella not sure on spelling, but she was probably the most fantastic server we had on this trip. She was so efficient and helpful and made the experience the best. Thank you! And thanks to the rest of the staff for taking pride in all you do. And the server with the infectious laugh last night, you made me laugh.

Wow, what a wonderful asset to the community and to us all. A beautiful facility. Much more importantly, a kind, welcoming, expert staff. Much appreciated. Disciple James

What an incredible experience. This place if full of history and prior civilizations.

Beautiful displays, and very helpful staff, really helped with my decision on a route and timing to cross the mountains.

Wonderful welcome center! Very friendly and full of information about the surrounding areas.

Lots if good Informstion shared for events in the area along with great restaurant suggestions

Friendly lady at the front here. She was great help. And I was surprised at how much magazines and brochures are available here. It's a lot, not just for the local area!!!! Thank you!

A wonderful visitor center. Staffs are very friendly and helpful. I suggest people to go there at first when you visit Cortez.

This location is beautifully maintained and has beautiful displays. There are fun activities for younger kids to enjoy while exploring. Outside there is a path you can follow that's half a mile out, as well as some picnic tables.

The museum has great exhibits and the two movies are great too. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. There's also the pueblo nearby as views of the reservoir.

Whether you go to visit Mesa Verde NP, this is an absolute must see. What we think we know, this museum helps to answer how, where and when The Pueblo People lived. Beautiful examples of Archeology and artifacts found. I was surprised by the multitude of langusges spoken. And, it connects Modern Native Americans and their migration paths. Absolutely fantastic historical museum. Many thanks to the staff and all who helped to contribute. Tip: If you suffer from elevation adjustment drink lots & lots of water & emergence drink. Avoid caffeine & alcohol. Send friends your own photo album.

Incredible area for ancient puebloan history and ruins! Bring plenty of water for hiking and 4WD with high clearance if you plan on camping in the backcountry here - no permit necessary at several campsites! Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and volunteers at the Visitor Center!

Amazing experience! Lots of interactive exhibits and information about the ancient Puebloan peoples! We weren't able to go to the cliff Palace but you can buy tickets, and I'd advise you do that in advance!

Museum was great, well done, very nice volunteer. Lots of artifacts. But the ruins were missable, as was the reservoir view.

What a surprise to find this Visitor Center and Museum. The facility is beautiful and the staff were so knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot and made plans to visit the many sites in the area. The walking path to the site was perfectly sloped and easy to walk. I personally liked the art on display in the Lowry Room.

Fishing is good large lake for all kinds of activities not too far from home

No comment. Not saying where we were. The fewer that know, the better. But it was nice and quiet and peaceful and calming

Nice place to hike and swim! Nature is beautiful around the reservoir and the water is clear.

Loved fishing on this Lake!! It is amazing!! We had a great time.

Beautiful lake, slow as hell fishing, trout and kokanee are main catches with some bass. Great play lake in summer months stays up near 70 degrees.

Great smallmouth bass lake, however the lake level was very low. We were there for 6 days and they moved the dock twice. Fishing was very tough but ended up with some good sized ones. No walleye though. It's a big lake, it's your call.

Wonderful resevoir for water sports of all varieties including fishing. Camping in many areas, we went out the North West end, the 50 minute drive out of Delores was well worth the spot which had very little occupancy. Great fishing !

Just Wow. These are some awesome sites to visit. The different sites are spread out but each is unique. You will be driving some dirt roads but they are not too bad. The history you see is phenomenal. The pueblo ruins are a site to see. It's amazing what they did over a thousand years ago by hand.

Incredible area for ancient puebloan history and ruins! Bring plenty of water for hiking and 4WD with high clearance if you plan on camping in the backcountry here - no permit necessary at several campsites!

Beautiful stop on our trip. The gift store and learning center was closed on Sunday but they had the most wonderful, knowledgable volunteers there. Mr. And Mrs. Westphal! They pulled a bunch of info for us and shared some of their favorite places to go. Beautiful walking path to the top with signage available about plants and various information. Nice benches and picnic stops along the way. Very educational about pueblos and kivas. Highly recommend this stop!

Some of the coolest best hiking in the entire area. It is a Hidden Gem that no one really knows about, you can see amazing Rock formations, cactus, painted lizards. There are many archaeological sites, kind of like a mini Mesa Verde. Go in the spring and then in the fall, it's too hot in the midsummer.

Interesting area to visit & learn a little more about history. It is past several farms and down a gravel road & at one point we were wondering if we were lost but Google Maps took us right to it. It's free to visit & has bathrooms but they are the ones with a hole in the ground & no water.

This specific site is remote unpaved road access. Visitor center is on another location.

It was quite the adventure climbing up on snowy and ice paths, but despite the treacherous walk up…the view was to die for!

This was a FABULOUS hike. Wore me out but well worth it. Spectacular sights all the way around. Crossing it canyon was an adventure too. I love everything about this place. The air conditioned visitor center felt so good after an hour and a half in the hot sun.

Great little hiking loop around the upper end of the canyon with some close and not-so-close views of architecturally unique towers and dwellings. While we did enjoy coming out here at least once, we felt more impressed by Chimney Rock and Aztec Ruins as they felt far more interactive and personal.

Out in the middle of nowhere land. BUT, such amazing examples of the talents of the ancient ones in building housing and water gathering. Rugged and hostile in the summer. Cold and difficult in the winter. Walking tour around the perimeter approximately 2 miles. Well worth the effort. Absolutely an amazing place!

The Square Tower loop trail at Hovenweep NM is an easy trail with multiple Ancestral Pueblo buildings along this canyon mostly within sight of each other. I love the one within the boulder since it's unique. I attended one of the ranger talks about it while I was there which was informative.

Very neat place to see pueblo ruins. Along the cliffs. A 2 mile loop allows you to see the whole pueblo. The 2 mile loop involves climbing down and up the canyon. Well done trail. Even has benches to rest. You will be in full sun with little shade.

This place is amazing. I hiked into Painted Hand Pueblo and Cutthroat pueblo. Absolutely breathtaking. I was able to take some amazing photos and it was so quiet and peaceful. There were no crowds. I saw six other people combined at both places and there were only a dozen or so people at the Visitors Center, including park employees, while I was there. This is a must see for anyone interested in the Ancestral Puebloan peoples... Or even if they are not.

It was a bit disappointing. You a lot of walking to not see very much. I don't think its anything like the descriptions you read where it says its the best ruins anywhere. I've seen better. Much better.

Clean, well maintained dino museum. Great for kids and adults alike. Plenty of parking, easy to find and good hours. Open seasonal so check before you go. Much bigger than I expected. Go here if you can.

It's a relatively small museum where based on your interest you can spend anywhere between an hour to a couple of hours. It was definitely informative. If you have kids who are curious about dinosaurs this is definitely a good place. It's even good for adults.

Loved it here ! It was a well done museum, great exhibits, and learned a lot! I loved the unique-ness of movie history with dinosaurs. I will definitely be back.

Really cool place to stop when passing by, $6 for adults, $4 for kids, and $5 for seniors. Lots of interesting facts on Dinos and popular movies like Godzilla. Definitely worth the stop. ✔️🦖

Very great museum kids will love this. There is a lot of things here from footprints to how they made early dinosaur films in the 50s so plenty of things for all ages.

Great museum for kids and adults! It’s only $6 and there are some great exhibits for both kids and adults. We enjoyed the scavenger hunt with our 4 year old. The gift shop had great items for very reasonable prices. Staff is super nice.

Very cool museum with many awesome dinosaur displays and lots of great information.

The visitor center of Blanding was a nice location in town. The workers were very nice and were able to be helpful when asking for directions. They do have an assortment of choices when it comes to maps and books, as well as souvenirs for those just going through. Overall, it’s a good spot in town to get the best information!

There are tons of non commercial NPS and Utah state maps and brochures for natural attractions around the area. The woman on staff was incredibly knowledgeable and helped steer us to excellent places in Natural Bridges and routes we would otherwise not have known. She drew on the maps, made notes, and estimated mileage. The center & restrooms are clean. A great place to stop to plan sightseeing or get more info about a plan already made.

When traveling between Arches/Canyonlands and Natural Bridges/Monument, you must stop here. This is the nicest visitor center we've come across in our decades of road trips. They have immaculately clean restrooms, a nice exhibit space, loads of maps, brochures, and guidebooks, and one of the nicest and helpful visitor center hosts we've met. She gave us a lot of great tips for our trip in the area.

This was a wonderful surprise on our way from Moab to Page AZ! Lots of free and for sale maps offered, some local artifacts, clean bathrooms and a very nice and helpful lady with travel advice. Outstanding - thanks!

Very knowledgable and friendly staff who gave excellent hiking and camping recommendations. A great place to go to-- I've never enjoyed a visitor's center experience as much as I did this one! Blanding is a gem!

Very clean bathrooms. easy to get in and out of with a trailer. Free maps and some souvenirs to purchase. Friendly staff. Nice picnic area green grass for the dogs.

Very nice spot to stop, its getting a new roof but large outdoor space playground, restrooms were clean. Good information, cool things to see.

Very nice museum and adjacent outdoor display. We loved the gift shop, which by the way, does not only offer very cool merchandise of Edge of the Cedars, but also from Goosenecks State Park. The collection of artifacts is beautiful and the short introductory film very informative. Entrance fee is only $ 5.00 per person. It was a plus for us to be able to take our dog to the outdoor exhibit, and the lady behind the counter was super nice. We had a great experience.

This is a great museum and not at all what I expected! They have multiple types of exhibits from a video, to a photo gallery, to displays (including an extensive pottery room), to actual ruins, it has everything! There’s a nice little gift shop as well. We spent a couple of hours there and didn’t even get to read everything.

Must see stop. Very nice collections, exhibitions and film. You can go in back to see a real ruin. Our favorite part was reading testimonials from people who discovered artifacts.

Excellent museum.. so many relics from all over the 4 corner area

Wonderful museum with inside and outside exhibits. Learn more about local ancient cultures.

Great museum, perfect for kids. The tour felt informative and well mapped. Everything on display was really cool. The museum director had some fascinating insights on ceramic lineages and modern ceramic impressions. Bring your friends!!

Fascinating llmisrim.onnan unassuming town Who knew they had a first rate museum about ancient people and their culture? I sure didn't, but was fortunate to run into someone who recommended it. I'm glad they did because we learned so much about the artifacts, especially pottery, the housing (kivas versus pits), the tools, the petroglyphs, etc, both in the exhibit indoors (don't miss the second floor!) and the outdoor one which allows you to climb a ladder down into an underground kiva. They also have a small but excellent museum shop with lots of goodies, including books , t-shirts, jewelry made by indigenous people, etc. All in all, a very positive experience, made me want to learn more!

Great track! It was in great shape from just coming out of the winter. Greens putted true and the layout was great. You can see they are working on improving the cart paths and the layout is winding but well marked. Jeff in the Proshop was great and overall a great play.

Arguably the most difficult course in the state! Narrow fairways and mountain slopes create difficult shots and puts. The greens were mostly in great shape some had dead spots on them . I would recommend this course to anyone wanting to take on a challenge!

This golf course is beautiful! The views are incredible. The golf course is in great shape. The greens are varied, and challenging. The holes have a great variety of obstacles. The greens fees are very reasonable for a good course of this quality. The staff is genuinely friendly and helpful.

Fantastic layout with some of the most challenging and intimidating tee shots anywhere. Great variety of par fours. Good mix of par threes. Par fives were challenging. Conditions were above average for a mountain muni. Staff courteous. Great value. Played it one afternoon and got up early and hit it again. Must play if in the area!

I played the back 9 of this fantastic course on Sunday afternoon 26 September 2021; front nine the beautiful morning of the 27th. What an incredible golf course - especially for a quaint little town like Monticello, UT! This course has jumped into my top 5 of the 140 courses played thus far since re-entering the sport 2.5 years ago. So peaceful and scenic with sweeping views of Blue Mountain and surrounding forest; the intoxicating scent of juniper, pinyon pine and sage fill the air. Abundant wildlife of quail and deer to greet you. Very well maintained - greens and fairways were immaculate despite enduring a very dry summer. Loved the challenges posed by forced carries over vegetation! Beautiful clubhouse with quite the view. Well-maintained carts. Both Jim and Jeff were so very personable, helpful, informative and accomodating! I stayed at the nearby Grist Mill Inn - cute, homey little place, great night's sleep! I'll most certainly be back!

Had so much fun playing at The Hideout. One of my favorite courses in the state. Beautiful course, fun layout, and in great shape. My favorite holes include #2, #5, #8, #15, #17, #18.

This course was good, but we played on punched greens with deer track on it, but I get it they are almost closed. If it was an aerated that I would probably give it five stars

Very knowledgeable staff (thank you Robert!) and lots of good brochures, guides and the like. Small museum as well makes it a worthwhile stop!

There was the cutest little replica of the town when it became a township in the early 1900s. The lady working there was the nicest person and told us about the town and shared knowledge. The kids loved her and gave her a hug when we had to leave.

Today, June 5, I stopped in for information and the loveliest gentleman on duty was absolutely wonderful. He was so helpful and courteous!!!

We stopped in to ask about The Needles District of Canyonlands and was greeted by JIM. he was super helpful with directions, maps, local trails, things to do and made a fabulous recommendation for lunch (Gustov's Mexican Restaurant.) Everything he suggested was wonderful. He is a wonderful ambassador foe Monticello and the surrounding area. Thanks so much Jim and Monticello. We had a fabulous day.

The parking needs fixed the Ev space will get trapped in spot if handicapped space is used. but neat place.

We popped in for a quick look around and we were surprised. This is a great spot to learn about Monticello. Most of all we enjoyed talking with the lady who was working at the museum, she was great, we will stop in to see her again.

I pulled into the visitor center on a Tuesday afternoon and accidentally locked my keys in the car. Jim who was working that day was very gracious and called around and had aSean and George were there within minutes and opened my door, no charge! I am so grateful for the kindness shown to a weary traveler. Thank you gentlemen for proving small town hospitality is alive and well!

This was an amazing place!! So glad we finally took the time to stop. What a beautiful canyon! Newspaper rock was amazing, could stay there and look at it for a long time. For sure one of my favorite stops. Well worth to trip!

This is a don't miss stop on your way to the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. One of a kind area to observe a wide variety of petroglyphs ranging in age. It was just a few steps from the parking lot to see this wonder. There are bathrooms here and another trail off into the wilderness. Spend over 30 mins looking at all the different marks. Very cool and easy stop.

Petroglyphs are images carved or pecked into the surface of the rock. This site is located in San Juan County, along Utah State Route 211. The images are believed to be created by ancestral Puebloan people living, farming, and hunting along the Puerco River between 650 and 2,000 years ago. Fascinating

Pretty cool petroglyphs South of Moab and North of Monticello Utah. In Bears Ears National Monument. There is no fee or reservations required. A group of people were leaving just as we arrived and we were there by ourselves for several minutes before some others arrived. Just off Hwy 211, there is a small parking lot with a few motorhome or longer vehicle parking and about 15 normal sized stalls. The walk is about 100 ft from the parking lot and very easy to access.

Such a cool thing to see. Drive the back way to/from Monticello on the Forest Service Rd and add an easy extra bit of sight-seeing to your trip. We saw lots of wildlife.

We stopped at Newspaper Rock State Historical Monument on the drive out to Canyonlands National Park Needles District. Located about 15 miles west of state route 191 on the Indian Creek Corridor Scenic Byway (SR 211) in Bears Ears National Monument. There was a nice size parking area with plenty of parking and we stopped there to have a picnic lunch. The newspaper rock was an amazing display of ancient carvings and one of the largest known collections of petroglyphs. The surrounding area was absolutely stunning as well. A must see if you are visiting the Needles District.

This was a neat stop on our way to Canyonlands NP. This had more petroglyphs than Arches. It was also less crowded, which is always a plus with me!!!!! No cost to see too!

I have tried to visit this museum five times now, but all I can ever do is peek through the window and see some posters. This last time I even called! Open Wednesday thru Sunday, 1 to 4 said the recorded message at the end of the line. And Google agreed! And with an ETA of Friday at 2pm I set out to check out some sweet cars. I ran into the Silver Summit, a classic car race, while in Gateway so I did at least see some cool cars. But nothing at the museum because they were closed. The dude at the front lobby couldn't give any indication to when they'd be open again.

This used to be a really neat museum! Lots of great cars over the years. The collection has been sold as the owners have chosen to focus on their lodging and Jeep tour business. It was a great collection while it lasted!

We visit about once a year and we notice something new each time. The cars are beautifully & creatively displayed in themed rooms. Even a non-enthusiast can appreciate the artistic qualities and beauty of these classics. Never crowded. Clean rest rooms. Wonderful meals served at the on-site Paradox Grille.

A great museum with top notch cars! Definitely worth the $15 admission price, kids are free and seniors/vets are $10. There's more than one "One of a Kind" cars on display.

Beautiful we'll laid out museum. A lot of history in this magnificent display, and many people should see where all cars of today originated from. Pure perfection, and no flaws on any vehicle in this museum. I had many favorites within these walls. The admission was free for guests staying at the property, but the fee for non guests is very reasonable. This is a well sought out collection that all must see at least once on their lifetime. I give another 👍👍 A+!

Pretty amazing to have access to an auto museum on the resort property. One that has such cool and rare cars. The caretaker was informative and super helpful.

Outstanding! Educational and impressive! It might be free if you're staying at the resort, but it was $15/pp if you weren't. A great collection! We were a little bummed that the Duesenberg car wasn't there; we heard it was getting a new radiator. The museum said all the cars were drivable. Great stop in some beautiful canyons!

It's a roadside attraction and very cool. The story of how it came to be is very interesting! Short little tour of the house but you cannot take pictures in there, it's worth a stop and to do. Outside, the property had lots of thing art and things to check out which was very pretty. They have a general store and a trading post. We got there right as the petting zoo was closing, so bummed we couldn't check that out!

Such a fun stop if you’re passing through the area. The Trading Post had a great selection of unique and handcrafted items. There are surprises around every corner as you stroll around the property (be sure to look for Big Foot), and there are fun activities perfect for breaking up a long drive. Be sure to tour the house… Austin is a fantastic guide!

My daughter and I were there yesterday. There's nothing to see there at all. A couple of souvenir shops, a restroom, and a small zoo with its characteristically distinctive smell. We paid about $20 for two and a bucket of chopped vegetables for the prisoners 🥹. The camel was quite friendly and happily ate almost the entire bucket. There are also a few goats, llamas, donkeys, bison, and a few birds. If you're looking for something to entertain the kids on your trip, this is the place.

Pretty cool spot and tour was worth the small price. Got to learn some cool history from my guide. Also 2 amazing sculptures outside.

What a cool stop! We did the short tour through the house…worth the $8-9. The art on property was also cool. They once ran a restaurant out of the hole and it would have been nice to get something to eat while visiting.

This Hole N The Rock is fun, quirky, and a great photo op. Why would you have a 5000 sq ft house built here? No idea because I didn’t go on the tour. We took a bunch of photos and bought an $8 magnet though.

Fun little stop on the side of the road! Had a zoo and cute little shops. Also restrooms! I’ve heard the house tour was awesome but we were short on time.

Erinn helped us out at the visitors center. She encouraged my friends and I to do the junior ranger program and it ended up being a highlight of our Canyonlands trip. She swore us in as junior rangers with her own inspiring words that made us feel so loved, and I hope to remember them forever. Erinn is so passionate about the parks. She taught us about different animals, their purpose, and how to respect them. WE LOVE ERINN SO MUCH!! ❤️❤️

Nice little visitor center with a gift shop and museum at the entrance of the Needles section of Canyon lands NP. Very informative and friendly staff. Good place to buy some souvenirs and learn about the park before going further.

Great helpful staff. Loved the area, so beautiful. You need to add Needles District signage. Island in the Sky has their own sign.

Wow. I enjoyed the Needles area more than the Island in the Sky area. I heard other people say the same thing. The drive into Needles is similar to a smaller Zion Canyon, Vermillion Cliffs and some Monument Valley all rolled into one. Great views and easy hiking trails. One of the best things was almost no people visit this side since it's about 50 miles for Moab but well worth the drive.

Jonathon Jessup, one of the rangers there was extremely helpful with trail planning including a color coded map! Thanks Jonathon. I also met 2 EMT's from this area. Emily and Austin were amazing, very supportive and informative. Thanks guys.

Very informative. They offer masks for those that don’t have one. Decent restrooms. WiFi is ok, can’t download offline maps. There is a self serve water refill. Passport book items and stamps are located outside the store.

Nice visitor center. There’s a small museum with some informational displays about the area. Good selection of souvenirs and gifts in the store.

Erinn helped us out at the visitors center. She encouraged my friends and I to do the junior ranger program and it ended up being a highlight of our Canyonlands trip. She swore us in as junior rangers with her own inspiring words that made us feel so loved, and I hope to remember them forever. Erinn is so passionate about the parks. She taught us about different animals, their purpose, and how to respect them. WE LOVE ERINN SO MUCH!! ❤️❤️

Nice little visitor center with a gift shop and museum at the entrance of the Needles section of Canyon lands NP. Very informative and friendly staff. Good place to buy some souvenirs and learn about the park before going further.

Great helpful staff. Loved the area, so beautiful. You need to add Needles District signage. Island in the Sky has their own sign.

Wow. I enjoyed the Needles area more than the Island in the Sky area. I heard other people say the same thing. The drive into Needles is similar to a smaller Zion Canyon, Vermillion Cliffs and some Monument Valley all rolled into one. Great views and easy hiking trails. One of the best things was almost no people visit this side since it's about 50 miles for Moab but well worth the drive.

Jonathon Jessup, one of the rangers there was extremely helpful with trail planning including a color coded map! Thanks Jonathon. I also met 2 EMT's from this area. Emily and Austin were amazing, very supportive and informative. Thanks guys.

Very informative. They offer masks for those that don’t have one. Decent restrooms. WiFi is ok, can’t download offline maps. There is a self serve water refill. Passport book items and stamps are located outside the store.

Nice visitor center. There’s a small museum with some informational displays about the area. Good selection of souvenirs and gifts in the store.

Truly one of the more spectacular places I've seen in my life in my travels around the world. I've seen some amazing things and this is one of the few places that gives you the feeling of insignificance in the grand scheme of things like the grand canyon. The views are breathtaking, traffic to get in wasn't bad, but beware that there is very little cell phone signal anywhere out here. Some of the trails are poorly marked and some of them have a lot of steps that are in poor condition from rain and erosion.

I visited Canyonlands National Park and was completely blown away by the massive red rock canyons and endless panoramic views. The overlooks were stunning, especially at sunrise, and the hiking trails gave a real sense of adventure and peace. What I didn’t love was how few shaded areas there were — the heat can get pretty intense, and some trails felt a bit poorly marked. Still, it’s an incredible and unforgettable place that’s absolutely worth the trip if you love wild landscapes and open skies.

Absolutely gorgeous! The views are breathtaking and the natural landscape looks like a dream. Don’t skip out on this park if you are nearby. It was 100% worth the visit. If you can enjoy the night sky and stargaze. We were able to see the Milky Way. It was beautiful!

This is a beautiful park. The canyons are spectacular, and vast, though not as colorful as the Grand Canyon. You can see a lot from your car, but for the full experience hit some of the hiking trails.

Absolutely stunning vistas. Big horn sheep. Off roading and camping in the middle of nowhere and having one of the funnest vacations of my life with 3 of my sons and daughters in law. We did Shafer trail one day, then White Rim trail over 2 days. Cannot wait to go back and do it all again!

This is a large park. I recommend a full day to see it. There is a lot of hiking/walking to the main points. There is also two entrances to the park. The first one is up on the north end by Moab and Dead Horse State Park. This is where the Island in the Sky visitor center is located. Almost every stop after you park there is a short walk to the view. The Mesa Arch is a short hike. On a decent trail. I would plan on taking water and planning on a hour. Even if you are not in great physical shape you can do this. It is well worth it. On the south east side of the park is the other entrance to the needles. You will loose internet access to maps on your way there. I would recommend taking a few photos of maps before going, unless you already have the park map the road is on that to the park.

Incredible with immense grandeur. Between arches and Canyonlands, Canyonlands has much longer trails, more open space, and easier avenues to avoid crowds. If you have time, check out both the main part of the park and the needles district to the south. My highlights were Druid arch and Murphy canyon.

Extremely fun adventure would recommend. It is very visually challenging but really worthy. Definitely if it it your first time driving ATV warmup at Fins and Things

Best trail we’ve run to date. Every bit as challenging as the ratings say, but soooo much fun. Very manageable if you want to make it easy (moderately) and insanely difficult if you’re up for it. Took us nearly six hours because we stopped a lot to look around.

Amazing views and it was an adrenaline rush from start to finish! We rented 2 seater stock RZR 1000s and they were great on this trail. We didn’t do the more difficult obstacles like hells gate or the escalator. The RZR did fine with Mickeys hot tub though. Hells Revenge and Poison Spider Mesa were our two favorite off road trails in Moab.

Awesome trail! Took our four runner up it, 3 inch lift, basically stock. Most parts of the trail were easy to traverse, we didn't make it up hells gate, maybe next time! Ended up joining up with a bunch of guys from Wisconsin, sorry friendly, definitely more fun being with a group, and much safer!

One of my favorite trails in Moab. Lots of obstacles, some easy, some hard, some with a pucker factor of 10! Great place to test your skills - and don't forget to try Hell's Gate and the escalator!

Fun place to wheel and the views are spectacular

Fun trail to run, we bypassed some of the obstacles like Mickey’s hot tub and Hell’s gate, probably will come back to run those when we are with a group, definitely recommend this trail!

The Grandstaff Trail to Morning Glory Arch is a must do but don't underestimate it. We went not long after some flooding on the creek and much of the trail was wiped out and it required some route finding. The rock scrambling towards the end is not for everyone. There are also about 10 creek crossings so prepare for wet feet.

A nice hike! Dog friendly, but the sand gets really hot. So, if you bring your pup, I would have some booties for their feet or be prepared to carry them if their feet burn (like we did😂). Ours loved playing in the gorgeous river that you’ll cross several times to get to the end (don’t need to take shoes off but water shoes are beneficial), but be sure to check alerts online to be certain it’s safe to drink, as some algae can be toxic and kill dogs. There is LOTS of poison ivy, but it’s easy to avoid if you recognize it and they have signs showing you at the start. It grows usually in the shade close to the river (three dark green leaves pointing downwards). The end is worth it, but again watch out for the giant poison ivy tunnel right before the arch. PS. Stay on the path / river! If you see *HARD crusty sand, don’t touch it!!! It is key to keeping the ecosystem alive and well, but people often step on it and cause it to erode, killing plants.

Pretty moderate hike. Be sure to keep an eye on where exactly the trail is. The weather was great for me. You do have to cross the creek a couple times, but it's nothing crazy. Maybe if there's a higher water level it would be more difficult. Otherwise it is a easy to moderate hike. The end is so pretty and you can sit beneath the bridge for a nice snack!

Amazing hike. My dog loved it. Plenty of shade and good hike for all levels. Lot of streams too for dogs to play in. The kids will enjoy this hike as well.

Great hike with some technical spots like stream crossings & scrambling

An absolute gem in Moab. Technically this area is not part of Arches of National Park. An arch located at the end of the trail. Due to severe erosion, the pathway is not as straightforward. There are some signs that point in the right direction but are sporadic. We followed footprints to help us move into the right direction.

Absolutely the best hike for kids around and less crowded than almost other classic hikes. Limited parking available on both sides of the road. Get there early or be patient.

Absolutely beautiful! The hike was relatively easy but I would recommend coming early (around sunrise) because it gets a little crowded. The view was stunning and I would definitely go again!

No fault to the arch itself but the crowds are insane at sunrise. It’s all people who have professional camera and they are all lined up in front. They only stayed for one minute after the sun rose but need not get in their way because they will yell at you like they did this one lady stating: “No No No! YOURE IN THE FULL SHOT!” If you don’t get there at 4:00am- you won’t beat them. Nonetheless, the views from around the arch are spectacular and worth staying after they all leave to explore around the area.

Mesa Arch isn’t just a viewpoint—it’s an experience. Tucked into the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands, this modest-looking arch becomes something extraordinary when the sun rises behind it. If you get there early, you’ll see the underside of the arch glow with fiery orange light, framing a vast canyon and distant peaks in a way that feels almost unreal. The hike to the arch is short and easy—just about half a mile round trip on a well-marked trail. But despite its simplicity, the reward at the end is immense. You walk up to it and suddenly, the entire world seems to open up through that stone window. It’s one of those places where time feels like it slows down. People speak in hushed tones, cameras click softly, and everyone is just…watching. Watching the light change, the shadows dance, and the canyon come alive beneath the arch. It can get crowded at sunrise, but there’s a quiet reverence among those who make the early trek. It’s not just about the photo (though you’ll want to take plenty)—it’s about being there, in that moment, witnessing something timeless. Mesa Arch may not be the biggest or the longest, but it holds something special. It’s one of those rare places that stays with you, long after you’ve walked back to your car.

We didn't carry too much hope in seeing the mesa arch sunrise due to the cloudy night. The hike was a short and easy 10 minutes walk under the moon. We waited there till the official sunrise hour. Due to the cloud cover, there wasn't a beam of sunrise. We insisted another 30 minutes, everything changed.

One of the highlights at Canyonland national park. It is a short walk towards the Arch from the parking lot. It is beautiful and it makes a great picture spot. There are places where you can sit on the rock and enjoy the view during the day.

Well worth the trip just for this experience alone. Amazig and sunrise with the glow underneath the arch short 0.6mi trail to and from the arch is easy. Gets crowded and not that much parking with everyone parking along the road.l and a wait to take photos. There's also a restroom in the parking lot.

Mesa Arch is truly a breathtaking natural wonder. The arch itself is stunning, especially at sunrise when the light filters through and creates a magical glow. The hike to the arch is relatively easy and offers incredible views of the surrounding canyon and landscape. It’s a perfect spot for photography and appreciating the beauty of nature. I visited with friends, and we were all in awe of the scenery. It’s definitely a must-see destination for anyone exploring the area!

This place is awesome! $20 a car to get in. The Visitor center is cool. It has amazing views, a walking path and the gift shop has all kinds of goodies that aren't terribly expensive. Bathrooms are outside around the side of the building. After that follow 313 to the end. Here there are several places to stop and take photos. There is a building in the center with bathrooms in it. There are also several picnic shelters. You can also get married here. There are 5 different spots. We thought Cliff Side was the best but it was also the most difficult to get to and there is no wall just cliff so be careful especially with kids. There is also 25 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. I haven't tried them yet but when I do I will update this review. Have fun!

This is a great park!! I think the views at the overlook at the end of the road are better than Capital Reef with the bend in the Colorado River and salt ponds, also with shaded areas for eating and restrooms. There are a handful of hiking and biking trails. Great visitor center with a short nature trail and overlook. Well worth the $20 entrance fee.

We visited the Dead Horse National Park. It was just beautiful! We drove up to the top point and enjoyed a picnic lunch under an overhang with cliff seating and benches in the shade. The restroom was clean and beautifully tiled walls. We saw the place where the Thelma & Louise car was driven off the cliff for the movie too!

This state park offers great views of Colorado River canyon. The views are quite open, you can see far way and a bend of the river (similar to Horseshoe Bend). You can watch both sunrise and sunset of the canyon. As there is no camping site in nearby Cayonland National Park, this state park can be used for camping after visiting the Canyonland National Park, they both offer great views of the canyon and Colorado River. The camping sites here are well maintained, very clean. Some sites are not car assessable, you need park the car in nearby parking spot and carry all you camping stuff to the site. It was very windy in April and we felt that the tent could be blew away any time during the night. Strongly recommended.

Underrated mini Grand Canyon that’s much less busy! We stayed in a yurt in the campgrounds and it was fantastic. There was Ac in the unit and a little sky light in the middle! Saw the most amazing starry sky! Very close spectacular drive to arches as well!

I’ve decided we should rename this place Happy Horse. Dead horse is a terrible name with a horrible legend! But the trails made me happy- super fun on an ebike and highly recommended as your last ride before you leave Moab. You know, after you’ve ridden Ahab and your body feels like Mufasa in the wildebeest gorge. This trail was a nice recovery ride with just enough features and flow to be interesting, challenging and fun! And they have a ?crow or raven? who is super friendly and came right over to me! It was a bit more chilly than down in Moab so bring layers.

This location holds a special place in my heart since I have rafted the bend many years ago. I would put this as a quick stop over if you are in the Moab area but not somewhere I would go out of my way to go to. To me it is worth the entrance price since roughly same view you could get from Horse Shoe bend and more accessible (Horse Shoe bend is prettier with the colors but in summer the hike is miserable). Very pretty in morning but to get some deep shadows for photography.

This place is awesome! $20 a car to get in. The Visitor center is cool. It has amazing views, a walking path and the gift shop has all kinds of goodies that aren't terribly expensive. Bathrooms are outside around the side of the building. After that follow 313 to the end. Here there are several places to stop and take photos. There is a building in the center with bathrooms in it. There are also several picnic shelters. You can also get married here. There are 5 different spots. We thought Cliff Side was the best but it was also the most difficult to get to and there is no wall just cliff so be careful especially with kids. There is also 25 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. I haven't tried them yet but when I do I will update this review. Have fun!

This is a great park!! I think the views at the overlook at the end of the road are better than Capital Reef with the bend in the Colorado River and salt ponds, also with shaded areas for eating and restrooms. There are a handful of hiking and biking trails. Great visitor center with a short nature trail and overlook. Well worth the $20 entrance fee.

We visited the Dead Horse National Park. It was just beautiful! We drove up to the top point and enjoyed a picnic lunch under an overhang with cliff seating and benches in the shade. The restroom was clean and beautifully tiled walls. We saw the place where the Thelma & Louise car was driven off the cliff for the movie too!

This state park offers great views of Colorado River canyon. The views are quite open, you can see far way and a bend of the river (similar to Horseshoe Bend). You can watch both sunrise and sunset of the canyon. As there is no camping site in nearby Cayonland National Park, this state park can be used for camping after visiting the Canyonland National Park, they both offer great views of the canyon and Colorado River. The camping sites here are well maintained, very clean. Some sites are not car assessable, you need park the car in nearby parking spot and carry all you camping stuff to the site. It was very windy in April and we felt that the tent could be blew away any time during the night. Strongly recommended.

Underrated mini Grand Canyon that’s much less busy! We stayed in a yurt in the campgrounds and it was fantastic. There was Ac in the unit and a little sky light in the middle! Saw the most amazing starry sky! Very close spectacular drive to arches as well!

I’ve decided we should rename this place Happy Horse. Dead horse is a terrible name with a horrible legend! But the trails made me happy- super fun on an ebike and highly recommended as your last ride before you leave Moab. You know, after you’ve ridden Ahab and your body feels like Mufasa in the wildebeest gorge. This trail was a nice recovery ride with just enough features and flow to be interesting, challenging and fun! And they have a ?crow or raven? who is super friendly and came right over to me! It was a bit more chilly than down in Moab so bring layers.

This location holds a special place in my heart since I have rafted the bend many years ago. I would put this as a quick stop over if you are in the Moab area but not somewhere I would go out of my way to go to. To me it is worth the entrance price since roughly same view you could get from Horse Shoe bend and more accessible (Horse Shoe bend is prettier with the colors but in summer the hike is miserable). Very pretty in morning but to get some deep shadows for photography.

Nice small park. Spaces are level but pretty tight. Shower house is not real private with short walls and wooden walls. It's an okay place to stay. Would stay again.

With all national parks i think it is always good to stop in the visitors center. Here you can get your stamp see some info about the park and if necessary ask the helpful rangers any questions that you may have. They also list any ranger lead activities for the day. Don't forget to cross the street to see the overlook

Love all the national parks, but Canyonlands is the nearby but less busy neighbor to Arches. Some fun hikes, lots to see, especially Mesa Arch is just amazing and there are so many panoramic lookouts.

The ranger was very friendly and helpful. A potable water faucet was conveniently located just outside the visitor center, the only spot for drinking water for anyone camping there. During our early September visit, they offered nearly daily day and night sky programs.

Great place to get your bearings. I mean, the place is massive, massive. The visitor center offers you insight to the trails/weather etc. they also have a gift shop and toilets.

This is where you check-in to start your multi-day White Rim Road adventure. The young man explaining the geology of the area with samples of rock and player casts was quite nice and informative.

Island in the Sky Visitor Center is a great stop in Canyonlands National Park. My wife brought the kids to collect Junior Ranger badges. The staff was friendly and asked fun questions, making it a great experience.

It's a magnificent place. A stunning natural rock formation. It takes 5-10 minutes to reach. You'll walk for 5 minutes over slightly uneven terrain. It's a breathtaking view. I recommend visiting in March-April or September-October. It's important to come in the right season to avoid the heat. Unbelievable 🦎👍

Nature's beauty. One of the best Arch in the national park. It ks a short walk frlm the parking or even from the Windows trail. You can climb on rocks to get up close to the arch. It is a beautiful formation. There are lot of photo spot out here.

This is one of the most famous arch in the whole Arches National Park, it is the connection of two arches in orthogonal position. If you stand underneath it, you will able to see the sky was divided into three pieces, amazing

Pro tip: Often the lower parking lot here has more spots and easier access to the double arch. This is probably the most picturesque and beautiful place in the park due to its location and ease of access. You can actually climb inside the hollow structure and marvel at its enormity and scale. Pay attention to the bottomless pit (in the pictures) board to learn how this place came to be. Very interesting 🤔 There is another viewpoint from the top of the left arch but it's risky to climb and despite looking like an easy task, quite slippery and difficult to get down from.

Really beautiful and easy hike to see the double arch. It does get harder to hike all the way to the base of the arch, but still not bad (just uneven and a little more of a climb). The lower parking lot by this arch usually has parking, the upper lot closer to the north and south window usually is full. There’s no water refill station but there are vault toilets by the upper parking lot. We’ve seen a lot of the arches and this is a really epic one for the short hike! Worth seeing for sure!

The double arch is a great arch to visit with small kids and older folks. There is a short path that leads you from a parking lot to the Double Arch, and it is not strenuous at all. It shares a parking lot with the landscape arch as well. Restrooms available! 4 stars instead of 5 because it was very crowded.

Definitely worth the stop and walk up to this one! Really unique architecture as it feels like a circle or cups like arch with all the separate arches holding it together. Minor rock climbing involved in this one getting to the top, getting downs a little more tricky so be careful. Lots of other arches near by and another amazing arch trail at the top of the parking lot!

Delicate arch was definitely tourist central. but you know what, I admired the number and range of people making the 4 mile track out and back. It felt like a pilgramage, and was really rewarding. Even got the Arch photo!! So lovely. My favorite part was actually coming back down the giant slab of sandstone afterwards. Really incredible 😊

Beautiful hike to an iconic landmark! The hike from the parking lot to Delicate Arch is absolutely beautiful! Along the way, we saw so many stunning views that you can’t find anywhere else in the world - truly breathtaking. If you start the hike early in the morning, you can catch the sunrise, and the cooler temperatures make it much less exhausting. I saw families hiking together, which shows it’s doable for many fitness levels. On the trail, we met people from all over the world and from different states. It’s a really nice walk with an incredible reward at the end. This is something that gives tremendous value to the USA - it’s a unique natural treasure that belongs to this country, and there’s no other place in the world with this landmark. After visiting Delicate Arch, don’t forget to visit Double Arch as well! However, be prepared - you’ll need good hiking shoes for that trail. Little ones might find it challenging, so it’s best to go alone or with older family members who can handle the terrain. I strongly recommend visiting Delicate Arch at least once in your life - it’s an unforgettable experience!

This is a great spot for a hike with amazing views. About 3.5 miles round trip and just over 700 feet of climbing. The hike is fairly easy if you take your time. Plan for 2-3 hours. The trail is easy to follow. Parking is abundant but can get crowded. Bring plenty of water.

FEAR OF HEIGHTS? TRY AT OWN RISK. Exceptional, roughly 2hr hike, can be challenging. Very worth a try, soooo beautiful, everyone was vibing at the arch. Saw mule deer on trip down.

This hike kicked my ass but it was beyond worth it!!! Amazing view of the arch once at the top, it's a good 2-3 hr round trip depending on your speed and how much time you spend with stops and enjoying the view. Went for the sunrise during October it was mid 40's at 5:30am so dressing in layers was needed!

This is the most recognizable landmark in all of Arches National Park. It is also the symbol that appears on the Utah license plates and even U.S. stamps. It is also one of the most visited and hiked sites in the entire park. This freestanding natural arch stands 52 feet in height with an opening of 46 feet high and 32 feet wide. This geological wonder was formed over millions of years by wind and water erosion acting on the Entrada Sandstone base layers and the Moab Member of the Curtis Formation, which forms the bridge. The arch’s name term “Delicate” comes a January 1934 article, which described it as “the most delicately chiseled arch in the entire area.” Finally, be cautious moving around the arch especially near the bowl area below the arch and yes, people have fallen with the last fatal event occurring in November 2019.

They say sunset is the perfect time to visit. Sharing a video here on what to expect (the view and the crowd). This was taken early November so I expect it to be even busier on peak months.

This was an epic hike and fun as hell to explore. The AllTrails map really comes in handy to prevent getting lost as there aren’t many signs of arrows. DO go past the dead ends, some of the best features are there including Surprise Arch. Worth doing and fairly easy to score a permit, highly recommended!

My wife and I (65 yrs old) hiked the Furnace Sept. 14 on a ranger guided tour. It was challenging and rewarding and was made possible by the professional and knowledgeable ranger Bailey who expertly managed the group of 14. I would not recommend doing this hike unguided. It’s a confusing not well marked trail that is easy to wander off of. In addition there are many areas that require technique to navigate. Not knowing the correct method is extremely difficult and dangerous. The trail is amazing, beautiful and varied in topographical conditions and it takes 2-3 hours to complete. The views and opportunities to experience the area are unique in it’s beauty and challenges making it a really special one of a kind experience.

I highly recommend this trail. It requires a permit for either the ranger led or self guided hike. I did it self guided. This is one of my two top hikes in Arches (the other being Double O). You'll be scrambling over rocks and squeezing between sheer walls in a slot canyon, but the hike is nothing but exhilarating. It's not very long. I did it in two hours and that included getting lost a few times. Bring a GPS or your phone with offline maps downloaded. Even in the canyons, I only lost reception once. The GPS really helps make sure you're on the right track.

I highly enjoyed the ranger-guided tour through the Fiery Furnace section in Arches National Park. The ranger explained everything so well and was extremely knowledgeable. Tickets for this tour must be purchased online early in advance in picked up in person at the park's visitor center a day before the hike.

This network of narrow canyons is a great place to explore and "get lost" You do need a permit to hike here. There is a hefty fine for hiking without a permit. It gets very hot in the mid afternoon, take plenty of water & be prepared to spend several hours here

It was worth the effort to get the permit and going through the orientation. The hike was stunning, as well as fun. We had downloaded the map on All Trails and we were very happy we did. The trail markers were not very evident. The map helped us when we lost the trail. Probably one of the best things in Arches. This is one not to be missed.

What an amazing experience! One of the best hikes I've ever done. More than a hike, it's an exploration. It's easy to get lost, but that is part of the fun. You need a permit to get in. You can get it a few days in advance at recreation.gov. it only costs $10. Really worth it!