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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 2/20/2026 12:00 AM EST
Shafer Trail Closed
The unpaved Shafer Trail road is closed due to winter conditions.
https://www.nps.gov/cany/planyourvisit/road-conditions.htm
- Shafer Trail Closed: https://www.nps.gov/cany/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 1/25/2026 12:00 AM EST
Shafer Trail Closed
The unpaved Shafer Trail road is closed due to winter conditions.
https://www.nps.gov/cany/planyourvisit/road-conditions.htm
- Shafer Trail Closed: https://www.nps.gov/cany/planyourvisit/conditions.htm
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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 12/30/2025 12:00 AM EST
Island in the Sky Visitor Center closed on January 7, 2025
The visitor center will be closed for scheduled maintenance for one day only. It will reopen at 9 am on January 8, 2025.
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⚠️ Caution ⚠️
Issued: 8/28/2025 2:21 PM EDT
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Effect
Fires are allowed only in designated fire grates in developed campgrounds & picnic areas, or charcoal in metal fire pans in the river corridor. (Remove all ash.) Smoking is allowed only inside cars or at paved areas. Fireworks are always prohibited.
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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 8/29/2025 3:44 PM EDT
Grand View Point Closed for Construction Weekdays July 28 through September
Grand View Point Overlook, Grand View Point Trail, and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) of park road is closed Monday to Thursday. The closure applies to all uses, including vehicles, tour buses, motorcycles, bikes, & hikers. Parking is open but limited Friday to (1/2)
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⚠️ Caution ⚠️
Issued: 8/28/2025 2:21 PM EDT
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in Effect
Fires are allowed only in designated fire grates in developed campgrounds & picnic areas, or charcoal in metal fire pans in the river corridor. (Remove all ash.) Smoking is allowed only inside cars or at paved areas. Fireworks are always prohibited.
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⚡ Danger ⚡
Issued: 8/13/2025 1:16 PM EDT
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
All fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables.
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⚡ Danger ⚡
Issued: 8/13/2025 1:10 PM EDT
No Wood or Charcoal Fires Allowed - Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Effect
All fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed areas over 3 feet from flammables.
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⛔ Park Closure ⛔
Issued: 8/11/2025 4:59 PM EDT
Grand View Point Closed for Construction Weekdays July 28 through September
Grand View Point Overlook, Grand View Point Trail, and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) of park road is closed Monday to Thursday. The closure applies to all uses, including vehicles, tour buses, motorcycles, bikes, & hikers.
https://www.nps.gov/cany/planyourvisit/grand_view_point_construction.htm
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ℹ️ Information ℹ️
Issued: 8/5/2025 6:03 PM EDT
Expect Long Lines at Island in the Sky Entrance
Between March and November, particularly on busy holiday weekends, you may experience long lines at the entrance road. Parking lots at popular trailheads and viewpoints will fill early. Pack your patience and arrive early to avoid crowds.
https://www.nps.gov/articles/plan-like-a-park-ranger-top-10-tips-for-visiting-canyonlands.htm
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