8 days in Canyonlands National Park Itinerary

Canyonlands National Park features myriad canyons and buttes that the Colorado River, Green River, and their tributaries have carved over millions of years in hues of red and orange.

Explore hidden gems such as White Rim Trail and Tower Arch. Get out of town with these interesting Canyonlands National Park side-trips: Cathedral Valley Loop (in Capitol Reef National Park), Factory Butte (in Caineville) and Arches National Park (Pine Tree Arch Trail, Landscape Arch, &more). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Mesa Arch, cruise along White Rim Road, take some stellar pictures from Whale Rock, and explore the stunning scenery at Shafer Canyon Overlook.

To find where to stay, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, read Canyonlands National Park trip planner.

Expect a daytime high around 36°F in January, and nighttime lows around 16°F.