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Grand View Point

Canyonlands NP · Southeastern Utah
Grand View Point
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1.8 miROUND TRIP
157 ftELEV GAIN
EasyDIFFICULTY
4/5KID RATING
All yearSEASON

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The Trail

Rim walk over the entire Island in the Sky ending at a jaw-dropper.

Heat note: desert country - in summer start at dawn and carry more water than feels reasonable.

Pack Loadout (Easy)

Water bottle, sunscreen, hat, snacks, comfortable shoes.

Getting There

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Make it a weekend: Willow Flat Campground (Camping, 5 mi) · The Needles Campground (Squaw Flat) (Camping, 12 mi) · Kayenta Campground (Dead Horse Point) (Camping, 14 mi) · Ken's Lake Campground (Camping, 26 mi)

More hikes nearby: Mesa Arch (Hike, 5 mi) · Upheaval Dome Overlook (Hike, 9 mi) · Chesler Park Loop (Hike, 12 mi) · Druid Arch (Hike, 13 mi)

Quick Answers

How long is the Grand View Point hike?
1.8 miles round trip with 157 feet of elevation gain.
How hard is Grand View Point?
Easy. Kid rating: 4 out of 5.
When should I hike Grand View Point?
Best season: All year.
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