The 2 areas of 'Canyonlands' I visited (the other 2 regions are not easily accessible) are remarkably different; I am reviewing them in-depth separately as TA have dedicated webpages for each. Each of my region reviews starts with this same introduction, so if you're now reading the second please can get to the region-specific bit by looking further down to... More

great hikes, expansive views. good picnic spots. you can get away from the crowds, and take it all in, sitting on the top of a bluff. More

The Island in the Sky section of Canyonlands in actually a peninsula between the Colorado and Green River Valleys. There are spectacular views from many lookouts along the road through the park. There are also many wonderful hikes with great views and photo ops. One of the seminal photo ops in this section of the park is Mesa Arch. This... More

Canyonlands National Park has 4 separate areas - Isalnd in the Sky is the northern most accessible part of the park. It has many fantastic view points plus several hioking options. Don't miss the Upheaval Dome, Whale Rock and Mesa Arch. Also, take the Murphy's trail hike for an excellent view point. More

If you have been to the Grand Canyon or want to go to the Grand Canyon, but hate having to deal with all the people and crowds that are there, then Island in the Sky is where you need to be. Not only are there numerous amazing vistas, but there are rarely over a few other cars in any of... More

If staying in Moab, this is the easiest portion of Canyonlands to get to. Depending on how much time you have, you could spend anywhere from a couple hours to a few days taking it in. Whatever the length of your visit, your first priority should be Grand View Point. Take the short hike (but bring plenty of water) to... More

This place has amazing views over the canyons - have a look at my blog post to see the photos I took here http://samsplayground.com/islands-in-the-sky-canyonlands-national-park/ More

I made sure to visit Canyonlands early in the morning, well-hydrated, to try and beat the July sun. I didn't plan on much hiking; I mostly stopped and enjoyed the views from various overlooks. I definitely recommend going all the way to Grand View point; I caught a really great ranger program about the geology of the area there. More

A primitive (no running water) but with overhead shelters, fire rings, clean pit toilets. 2 days is enough. An easy hike is Murphy's point. The best sunset views at the Green River Overlook, which is a short hike from the Willow Flats campground. I went there 2 nights in a row to get sunset pictures. The best sunrise is a... More