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Canyonlands National Park Tour

Name: Canyonlands National Park Tour
Brand: Shaka Guide
SKU: 64
Price: 9.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.74 (450 reviews)

Duration 6-8 hrs

Tour Directions 1

Tour Stops 15

$9.99

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Description

Shaka Guide’s Canyonlands National Park tour will take you to the Island in the Sky district - a marvel of geology and scenic views that stretch on for hundreds of miles. Along the way you’ll visit hiking trails and lookouts, like the famous Mesa Arch

Here are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!

• Visit Mesa Arch - one of the park’s most popular landmarks
• Walk the 1.7-mile Aztec Butte Trail
• Check out Upheaval Dome - a scientific mystery!
• Stop by Island in the Sky Visitor Center

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

Recommended Start Time: Before 8:00 a.m.
Tour Starting Point(s): Utah state highway 191
Time to complete: 4+ hours

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Features

Views

Hikes

Storytelling

Tour Stops

Dead Horse Point

Island in the Sky Visitor Center

Mesa Arch

Candlestick Tower Overlook

Buck Canyon Overlook

White Rim Overlook

Orange Cliffs Overlook

Grand Viewpoint

Green River Overlook

Whale Rock

Upheaval Dome

Intestine Man Art Site

Shafer Canyon Overlook & Neck Spring Trail

Aztec Butte Trail

Alcove Spring Trail

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Preview Audio

Skip View & Intestine Man Art Site

Canyonlands Introduction North-Bound

Turn Left for Hwy 313

COLORADO PLATEAU GEOLOGY

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Tour Route

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Important Travel Info

Safety & Etiquette

Budgeting, Fees & Reservations

Time & Schedule

Suggested Packing List

Hiking Safety: Bring water and hike in groups, stay away from ledges

Driving Safety: Follow posted speed limits, stick to roads rated for your vehicle, be prepared for switchbacks and tight turns if taking backcountry roads like the Shafer Trail and While Rim Road.

Since Island in the Sky is on top of a mesa, there is little risk of flash flooding. However, if you are caught in a thunderstorm, there is no safe place outdoors from lighting. Return to your car if possible and stay away from ledges.

Backcountry Safety: if you deviate from the tour onto backcountry roads, you are responsible for your own safety and may have to self-rescue. Water sources are rare and unreliable.

Pet Safety: Leashed pets are allowed only on public roadways and in established campgrounds. They are not permitted on other trails, backcountry routes, or in off-trail areas.

Budgeting for your tour of Canyonlands will be a breeze thanks to Shaka Guide’s help! All you need for the tour is money for the entrance fee, any souvenirs at the bookstore, and food and drink if you plan on bringing along snacks or a picnic. Remember to pick up any supplies you may need like sunscreen and water bottles before you arrive at the visitor center. It is the desert, after all!

$30 per car for the Scenic Drive

$15-$20 per person for lunch

$10-$20 per person for gifts/souvenirs at the Island in the Sky Visitor Center

Canyonlands National Park gets crowded March through October. Get to the park early, by 8:00 am if possible.

If all you’re doing is driving, the full tour can be done in as little as 2 hours. An average tour through the park should take you 3-6 hours if you make frequent stops and enjoy a few of the shorter hikes. Longer or additional hikes will extend the tour even further.

Very Important: Car charger
Sneakers
Hiking Clothes
Water Bottle
Bug Spray
Sunscreen
Sun glasses and/or hat
Hand sanitizer
Snacks
Cash
Phone Mount
First Aid Kit

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Tour FAQs

Where does the Canyonlands National Park Tour go?

This tour has 16 stops. Check out the itinerary here for a complete list of stops and if you’re looking for more information to help plan your trip, here’s what you need to know before you go!

What should I pack for the Canyonlands National Park Tour?

Sneakers
Hiking clothes
Water bottle
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Sun glasses and/or hat
Hand sanitizer
Snacks
Cash
Car charger *VERY IMPORTANT*
Phone mount
First aid kit

What should I budget for the Canyonlands National Park Tour?

$30 per car for the Scenic Drive
$15-$20 per person for lunch
$10-$20 per person for gifts/souvenirs at the Island in the Sky Visitor Center

What are the hours of operation for the stops on the Canyonlands National Park tour?

The park is open 24 hours but the Island in the Sky Visitor center is open 9:00 am to 4:30 pm with extended hours Spring through Fall.

Can I join the Canyonlands National Park tour en route?

Yes! Feel free to join the tour along the route. Just make sure that you follow the numbers in chronological order from where you are starting from. If you don’t begin at one of the tour starting points you’ll miss a few stories, but you’ll still have a great experience.

Can I take the Canyonlands National Park tour in the opposite direction?

No. This tour can only be done in one direction.

Other Questions for the Canyonlands National Park tour? Contact us!

Still have questions? Send us an email at aloha@shakaguide.com or give us a call on 1-888-250-2261.

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