How much does it cost to enter Canyonlands National Park?

Entrance to Canyonlands National Park starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.

Which national parks are within a day's drive of Canyonlands National Park?

Within about a day's drive you can reach Arches National Park (7 h 59 min), Colorado National Monument (8 h 55 min), Capitol Reef National Park (9 h 46 min), Natural Bridges National Monument (9 h 48 min), Yucca House National Monument (9 h 55 min).

a broad stone arch with rock pinnacles in the distance

NATIONAL PARK

Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands is a wilderness of canyons, buttes, and spires carved by the Colorado River and Green River.

Photo: NPS/Neal Herbert / NPS

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$15

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OVERVIEW

About Canyonlands National Park

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.

WITHIN A DAY'S DRIVE

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A crowd of people sit and watch the sunset at delicate arch.

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Driving times from Canyonlands National Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.

BEFORE YOU GO

Entrance fees

Entrance - Private Vehicle

$30.00

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

Entrance - Motorcycle

$25.00

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

Entrance - Per Person

$15.00

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

WHEN TO GO

Hours

Open Year-round

Mon: All Day
Tue: All Day
Wed: All Day
Thu: All Day
Fri: All Day
Sat: All Day
Sun: All Day

THINGS TO DO

Activities

AstronomyBackcountry CampingBikingBoat TourBoatingBookstore and Park StoreCampingCanoe or Kayak CampingCar or Front Country CampingClimbingGroup CampingGuided ToursHikingHorse TrekkingHorseback RidingJunior Ranger ProgramPaddlingPark FilmRock ClimbingShoppingStargazingWhitewater Rafting

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Getting there

Canyonlands is part of the Colorado Plateau, a "high desert" region that experiences wide temperature fluctuations, sometimes over 40 degrees in a single day. The temperate (and most popular) seasons are spring (April-May) and fall (mid-September-October), when daytime highs average 60 to 80 F and lows average 30 to 50 F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100 F, making strenuous exercise difficult. Winters are cold, with highs averaging 30 to 50 F, and lows averaging 0 to 20 F.

Directions →Official NPS page →

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to enter Canyonlands National Park?: Entrance to Canyonlands National Park starts at $15. See the fees section above for each pass and vehicle type.
What is there to do at Canyonlands National Park?: Popular activities include Astronomy, Backcountry Camping, Biking, Boat Tour, Boating, Bookstore and Park Store.
Which national parks are within a day's drive of Canyonlands National Park?: Within about a day's drive you can reach Arches National Park (7 h 59 min), Colorado National Monument (8 h 55 min), Capitol Reef National Park (9 h 46 min), Natural Bridges National Monument (9 h 48 min), Yucca House National Monument (9 h 55 min).