Laws & Policies

2012 Canyonlands Compendium
A compilation of designations, closures, permit requirements and other restrictions made by the superintendent in addition to what is contained in the Code of Federal Regulations and other applicable federal statutes and regulations. [56k PDF file]

Superintendent's Directives
These memorandums provide guidance in the interpretation and implementation of park policies and regulations.

A-9: Rock climbing policy
03/14/1995 [11k PDF file]

F-2: Fee collection procedures
09/15/1998 [51k PDF file]

H-1: Cultural site information disclosure policy
04/01/2005 [38k PDF file]

H-2: Collecting of park resources
04/06/1998 [5k PDF file]

H-3: Use of the Southeast Utah Group archives
05/05/1998 [3k PDF file]

L-1: Group campsite reservations
04/02/1998 [14k PDF file]

N-1: Horse and pack animal policy
03/20/1995 [13k PDF file]

N-2: Off-highway motor vehicle regulations for backcountry use
02/03/2006 [19k PDF file]

N-4: Administrative access and fee waivers for researchers
09/19/1995 [12k PDF file]

W-1: Transit to Bobby's Hole via the park when Cathedral Butte road is closed due to inclement weather
06/20/1997 [5k PDF file]

W-2: Segway Guidance
09/14/2007 [27k PDF file]

 

Firearms

As of February 22, 2010, a new federal law allows people who can legally possess firearms under applicable federal, state, and local laws, to legally possess firearms in this park.

It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit our state’s website.

Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.