A rainbow above water filled potholes along a sandstone mesa.

2 Hours in The Needles

Canyonlands National Park

  • 2 - 5 hours
  • 6 tour stops

Looking to make the most of two hours in the park? Start at the Needles Visitor Center to watch the park orientation film and grab a map from one of our friendly rangers. Hike one or two of the short interpretive trails, like Stone Storehouse or Pothole Point, stop by Wooden Shoe Arch Overlook, then drive to Big Spring Canyon Overlook to enjoy the view.

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