Arches National Park Off The Beaten Path Tips by KimberlyAnn

Canyonland's Islands In the Sky

Canyonlands National Park's Islands In the Sky is located 30 miles from the town of Moab. Here you will find overlooks allowing you to view huge vistas that range from the rivers flowing through canyon bottoms to the heights of distant mountaintops. These beautiful views stretch across canyon after canyon to the horizon a 100 miles in distance. Like Arches National Park you will find a variety of hiking trails to walk. Your guides for these hikes will be rock cairns marking your route. You may also choose to take the drive, which offers a number of beautiful look of points. For information about the park you may write to Superintendent, Canyonlands National Park, 2282 S.W. Resource Blvd., Moab, UT 84532.

Phone: (435) 259-7164