A Visitor’s Guide to Island in the Sky, Canyonlands National Park
Island in the Sky stands as the most visited and easily accessible district within Canyonlands National Park in southeastern Utah. Located high above the desert floor, it offers sweeping views that stretch for over 100 miles in every direction. Massive cliffs drop down to the canyons carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers. Visitors often begin their Canyonlands journey here because the scenery is immediate, the overlooks are stunning, and the trails are easy to reach by car. The district invites visitors of all experience levels to explore its rim trails, drive scenic roads, and take in its ancient rock…
