Parks

Canyonlands is a wilderness of canyons, buttes, and spires carved by the Colorado River and Green River. The park is divided into four distinct districts; no roads join them together. The districts share similar desert ecosystems, but each one provides unique opportunities for adventure and discovery.

Map showing location of park.

Smoke clouds rise above sandstone rocks at twilight

Canyonlands National Park Continues Temporary Closure of Needles District Due to Babylon Fire

2026-07-01

Canyonlands National Park will continue the temporary closure of The Needles district until further notice due to the Babylon Fire near Blanding, Utah.

smoke plume visible above desert landscape; paved road and sign in foreground

Canyonlands National Park Temporarily Closes Needles District Due to Babylon Fire

2026-06-28

Effective immediately, Canyonlands National Park has temporarily closed The Needles district until further notice due to the Babylon Fire near Blanding, UT. The Babylon Fire is located within Bears Ears National Monument and is not currently burning within Canyonlands National Park.

Wildfire smoke blankets a canyon landscape

Fire Restrictions Increase in Southeast Utah Group Parks

2026-06-23

Fire danger is increasing in southeastern Utah due to prolonged drought and rising temperatures. On Friday June 26, 2026, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument, and Natural Bridges National Monument will increase fire restrictions.

green topo map with red and black marks over section of road and trail labeled as "Grand View Point Overlook and Trail" and "Grand View Point"

Canyonlands National Park to Resume Grand View Point Parking Lot Enhancement Project to Improve Vehicle and Visitor Safety

2026-05-22

From July 27 through October 1, 2026, the Grand View Point area of Canyonlands National Park will be closed from 6 a.m. Mondays to 4 p.m. Thursdays to complete Phase Three of a multi-year project to improve vehicle and pedestrian safety.