Canyonlands

Canyonlands

There are two areas in Canyonlands that are great for kids. Island in the Sky and the Needles have several short trails great for children.

Island in the Sky District

Mesa Arch
Length: 0.5mi / 0.8km round trip
Time: 30 minutes round trip – best in morning
There is a guided Ranger Program at Mesa Arch Photo courtesy of NPS

Whale Rock Trail
Length: 1 mile round-trip
Difficulty: Easy

Whale Rock is a rounded, eroded sandstone fin that looks like a beached whale. The trailhead is located near the end of the Upheaval Dome Road.

More Canyonlands http://www.discovermoab.com/family_canyonlands.htm

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