50 Nifty Finds #14: Fine Lines

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50 Nifty Finds #14: Fine Lines

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, Canyonlands National Park

Significance:

trail

Amenities

1 listed

Trailhead

After descending 1,300 feet (396 m) past a large alcove, the trail meanders in a wide canyon to the base of the notable Moses and Zeus towers.

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Roundtrip Distance: 11.2 mi (18 km)

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Time: 6-7 hrs

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Elevation Change: 1,455 ft (444 m)

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Difficulty: Strenuous - Mesa Top to White Rim

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Hike Description: After descending 1,400 ft (4276 m) past a large alcove, the trail meanders in a wide canyon to the base of the notable Moses and Zeus towers.

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Bring: Water (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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