Canyonlands

Alerts and closures

• Caution

  White Rim Road Impassable to Vehicles due to Rockfall

  A rockfall East of the Murphy Hogback has temporarily closed a section of White Rim Road to 4-wheeled vehicles. Motorcycles, bicyclists, and hikers are able to complete the entire loop. However, vehicles should plan for out-and-back trips via Shafer Trail Road / Potash Road or Mineral Bottom Road.

• Caution

  Mineral Bottom and White Rim Road are Not Recommended

  The Mineral Bottom Road switchbacks and west side of the White Rim Road are slippery and muddy due to recent rains. Travel is not recommended until the roads dry out.

  Details on nps.gov

• Information

  Trip-planning tips for 2026

  Planning to visit Canyonlands this year? To ensure the best experience, please anticipate potentially long wait times at the entrance station. If overlook or trailhead parking is full, plan to return a little later. Please avoid parking on vegetation and roadways to help preserve this beautiful place for everyone to enjoy.

About

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.

Things to do: Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Boating, Camping, Backcountry Camping, Car or Front Country Camping, Group Camping, Climbing, Rock Climbing, Guided Tours, Boat Tour

Entry and fees

• Entrance - Private Vehicle

  Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all its occupants.

  $30

• Entrance - Motorcycle

  Valid for 7 days. Admits up to 2 private, non-commercial motorcycles with up to 4 total passengers.

  $25

• Entrance - Per Person

  Admits one individual with no car. Typically used for bicyclists, hikers, and pedestrians. Youth 15 and under are admitted free.

  $15

Fees change. Confirm on nps.gov before you go.