Canyonlands National Park
At A Glance
Things To Know Before You Come
Accessibility
Island in the Sky
At the Island in the Sky, visitors with mobility impairments can access the visitor center and restrooms, Buck Canyon Overlook, Green River Overlook and Grand View Point Overlook.
Needles
In the Needles, visitors with mobility impairments can access the visitor center and restrooms, Squaw Flat Campground and restrooms and Wooden Shoe Overlook. Other points of interest are accessible with some assistance.
Hearing Impairments
For visitors with hearing impairments, a variety of publications may be obtained at the district visitor centers. Wayside exhibits with illustrations and text on natural and cultural features are situated throughout the Island in the Sky and Needles Districts and in the visitor centers.
Getting Around
Travel to Canyonlands generally requires a car. Once in the park, each district offers different opportunities for exploration. The Island in the Sky is the most accessible district and the easiest to visit in a short period of time. All other destinations require some boating, hiking or four-wheel driving to see the area's attractions.
Services
Food, gas, lodging and similar services are not available in Canyonlands. These are available nearby towns of like Green River, Hanksville, Moab and Monticello. Visit the Grand County Travel Council for more information.
Weather and Climate
The climate in Canyonlands is extremely dry. Most precipitation falls in early spring and late summer. Summer highs often exceed 100 Degrees Fahrenheit, with lows in the 60's. Fall and Spring temperatures are milder, with highs in the 70's and 80's. Winter temperatures range from highs in the 40's and 50's to lows well below freezing. Snow is usually light to moderate.
Park Statistics
(FY = fiscal year)
Gross Area
337,598 Acres
527 Square Miles
848 Square KM
Visitation
Total Recreation Visits for FY 2005 - 391,441
Total Recreation Visits for FY 2004 - 378,729
Total Recreation Visits for FY 2003 - 378,001
Total Recreation Visits for FY 2002 - 366,865
Total Recreation Visits for FY 2001 - 368,950
Budget
FY 2006 Annual Budget - $5,423,000
FY 2005 Annual Budget - $5,294,000
FY 2004 Annual Budget - $5,334,000
FY 2003 Annual Budget - $5,353,000
FY 2002 Annual Budget - $5,163,000
FY 2001 Annual Budget - $4,940,000
FY 2000 Annual Budget - $4,827,000
FY 1999 Annual Budget - $4,678,000
FY 1998 Annual Budget - $4,532,000
FY 1997 Annual Budget - $3,834,000
FY 1996 Annual Budget - $3,362,000
FY 1995 Annual Budget - $3,359,000
FY 1994 Annual Budget - $3,172,000
FY 1993 Annual Budget - $2,779,000
FY 1992 Annual Budget - $2,802,000
FY 1991 Annual Budget - $2,613,000
FY 1990 Annual Budget - $2,483,000
Designation
Canyonlands National Park, September 12, 1964
Public Law 88-590 signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson
Highest Point
Cathedral Point (Needles District) - 7120ft/2170m
Lowest Point
Big Drop Rapids (Colorado River) - 3700ft/1128m
Canyonlands In Depth
News from the Parks
Civil Rights Leaders Declare Fundraising Success for the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial
December 4, 2008 - 3:10pm
Civil rights leaders gathered Wednesday to declare that they had finally overcome their money obstacles and raised more than $100 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall.
December 4, 2008 - 3:10pm
Civil rights leaders gathered Wednesday to declare that they had finally overcome their money obstacles and raised more than $100 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial near the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall.
Wildlife Biologist Cites Reasons Behind Bear Attacks
December 4, 2008 - 3:08pm
Great Smoky Mountains National Park wildlife biologist Bill Stiver said bear management and education of the public must take place in order to decrease harmful bear and human encounters.
December 4, 2008 - 3:08pm
Great Smoky Mountains National Park wildlife biologist Bill Stiver said bear management and education of the public must take place in order to decrease harmful bear and human encounters.
Park Develops Plan to Preserve Outcrops
December 4, 2008 - 3:05pm
Shenandoah National Park asked for comments on a study it did on how people affect rock outcrops and the rare vegetation that grows on them. Visitors have damaged some popular rock outcrops and the park is trying to decide how to best protect pristine areas while still allowing visitors to enjoy them.
December 4, 2008 - 3:05pm
Shenandoah National Park asked for comments on a study it did on how people affect rock outcrops and the rare vegetation that grows on them. Visitors have damaged some popular rock outcrops and the park is trying to decide how to best protect pristine areas while still allowing visitors to enjoy them.
White House Christmas Tree Lighting Closes Streets, Limits Parking
December 4, 2008 - 3:04pm
D.C. police are warning travelers of street closures near the White House during the afternoon rush hour for the lighting of the National Christmas tree.
December 4, 2008 - 3:04pm
D.C. police are warning travelers of street closures near the White House during the afternoon rush hour for the lighting of the National Christmas tree.
Officials Prepare for Chronic Wasting in Deer
December 4, 2008 - 3:01pm
Chronic wasting disease, a contagious neurological disease that affects white-tailed deer, could devastate local deer populations, and National Park Service officials want to be prepared if the disease makes its way inside the boundaries of Monocacy and Antietam national battlefields.
December 4, 2008 - 3:01pm
Chronic wasting disease, a contagious neurological disease that affects white-tailed deer, could devastate local deer populations, and National Park Service officials want to be prepared if the disease makes its way inside the boundaries of Monocacy and Antietam national battlefields.
