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The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on Feb. 12. It is reproduced in full below.

Quick Facts

Location:

Island in the Sky district, Canyonlands National Park

Significance:

trail

Amenities

1 listed

Trailhead

A primitive trail with steep switchbacks drops 1,600 feet (488 m) into a long, sandy wash. Follow the wash to the White Rim Road. No shade.

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Roundtrip Distance: 11.4 mi (18.3 km)

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Time: 6-8 hrs

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Elevation Change: 1,693 ft (516 m)

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Difficulty: Strenuous- Mesa Top to White Rim

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Hike Description: A primitive trail with steep switchbacks drops 1,600 feet (488 m) into a long, sandy wash. Follow the wash to the White Rim Road. No shade.

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Bring: Water (at least 1 L per person, per hour), snacks, sturdy footwear, headlamp, map, and be prepared for, sun, rain, heat, or cold.

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Accessibility: This trail can be rough, uneven, and requires walking up and down a rocky hill and stone steps. It is not accessible to wheelchairs. In winter, there may be snow or icy conditions; we recommend traction devices for hikers.

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Dogs are not allowed on this trail. Service animals are allowed in national parks. What is a service animal?

Canyonlands National Park

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Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service

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