Start by downloading the Action Tour Guide app, which will function as your personal tour guide, audio tour, and map all in one. This self-guided journey through Canyonlands' Needles District reveals striking rock formations, ancient history, and rugged desert beauty.
Drive past the colorful spires of the Needles District and hear the story of the Home of Truth, a mysterious desert utopian colony. Pass into the sacred lands of Bears Ears National Monument, where Indigenous history and modern conservation meet.
At Newspaper Rock, discover centuries of petroglyphs left by ancestral Puebloans and settlers. Then, follow the road through Indian Creek’s towering cliffs and past the historic Dugout Ranch, a symbol of cowboy heritage and conservation.
Spot the iconic Sixshooter Peaks on the horizon before reaching the vast views of Lockhart Basin. Stop at Needles Outpost for supplies before entering the park through the Needles Entrance and Visitor Center.
At Cave Springs, walk past cowboy relics and ancient pictographs, then visit the nearby Cave Springs Trailhead with its hidden springs. Gaze at the whimsical Wooden Shoe Overlook, a rock formation shaped like a giant shoe.
Pass by Needles Campground, a peaceful spot for stargazing, then explore the fascinating pools of Pothole Point. Those seeking more adventure can take the scenic Slickrock Trail, offering sweeping canyon views.
Finally, take in the dramatic skyline at Big Spring Canyon, surrounded by towering spires.
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