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About a 1.5 miles from this overlook, there is a 2.5 mile long trail that descends the 1,200 feet to the river.
Goblin Valley State Park is one of the gems of Utah’s state park system. Goblin Valley is located in the San Rafael Desert off of State Highway 24 north of Hanksville. The park gets its name from it’s most prominent feature, thousands of “Hoodoos,” which are also known as “Goblins.” Goblin Valley protects one of the largest concentration of hoodoos in the world. There are several marked hiking trails within the park and hiking is permitted through the valley itself. There is a campground in the park that accepts reservations. Goblin Valley is one of the most spectacular places in Utah and is well worth a visit. Exploring Goblin Valley is exploring millions of years of history.
Goblin Valley State Park is one of the gems of Utah’s state park system. Goblin Valley is located in the San Rafael Desert off of State Highway 24 north of Hanksville. The park gets its name from it’s most prominent feature, thousands of “Hoodoos,” which are also known as “Goblins.” Goblin Valley protects one of the largest concentration of hoodoos in the world. There are several marked hiking trails within the park and hiking is permitted through the valley itself. There is a campground in the park that accepts reservations. Goblin Valley is one of the most spectacular places in Utah and is well worth a visit. Exploring Goblin Valley is exploring millions of years of history.
Goosenecks State Park is an incredible sight to see. The park is located a short distance off of Highway 163 in Southern Utah just north of Monument Valley. The park is famous for its sweeping views of the “goosenecks” which are meanderings of the San Juan River. The view is one of the most striking examples of an entrenched river meander in the world. As you gaze at the overlook you can’t help feeling awestruck at 300 million years of geological activity that carved the incredible canyon. There is a small campground at the park and those that choose to spend the night are greeted with amazing dark skies that light up with abundant stars. There are no hiking trails located within park boundaries, but the 5 mile round trip Honaker Trail is nearby. Regardless if you are simply stopping by for a quick view or are spending a few days in the area, Goosenecks State Park is well worth a visit.
Goblin Valley State Park is one of the gems of Utah’s state park system. Goblin Valley is located in the San Rafael Desert off of State Highway 24 north of Hanksville. The park gets its name from it’s most prominent feature, thousands of “Hoodoos,” which are also known as “Goblins.” Goblin Valley protects one of the largest concentration of hoodoos in the world. There are several marked hiking trails within the park and hiking is permitted through the valley itself. There is a campground in the park that accepts reservations. Goblin Valley is one of the most spectacular places in Utah and is well worth a visit. Exploring Goblin Valley is exploring millions of years of history.
Goblin Valley State Park is one of the gems of Utah’s state park system. Goblin Valley is located in the San Rafael Desert off of State Highway 24 north of Hanksville. The park gets its name from it’s most prominent feature, thousands of “Hoodoos,” which are also known as “Goblins.” Goblin Valley protects one of the largest concentration of hoodoos in the world. There are several marked hiking trails within the park and hiking is permitted through the valley itself. There is a campground in the park that accepts reservations. Goblin Valley is one of the most spectacular places in Utah and is well worth a visit. Exploring Goblin Valley is exploring millions of years of history.
Utah National Parks, State Parks, and all places in between Grand Tour May 2007, a 5000+ mile round trip whirwind tour of some of the finest scenery on the planet.
Utah National Parks, State Parks, and all places in between Grand Tour May 2007, a 5000+ mile round trip whirwind tour of some of the finest scenery on the planet.
Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument is located in southern Utah along State Route 211 about 53 miles south of Moab on the way into the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. It was first protected by the state in 1961 and later added to the National Register of Historic Places.
In Navajo, the rock is called "Tse' Hone" which means a rock that tells a story. The petroglyph panel is one of the largest and best preserved in the american west. Newspaper Rock is 200 square feet and has more than 650 rock art designs, such as human, animal and other material and abstract carvings.
It’s estimated that the first carvings on Newspaper Rock appeared around 2,000 years ago. As time passed people from the Archaic, Anasazi, Fremont, Navajo, Anglo, and Pueblo cultures all left their mark on Newspaper Rock.
Visiting Newspaper Rock is well worth drive and is sure to impress with its incredible history.
To learn more about about travel, hiking and camping in southern Utah please visit TrailMob.com
Utah National Parks, State Parks, and all places in between Grand Tour May 2007, a 5000+ mile round trip whirwind tour of some of the finest scenery on the planet.
Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument is located in southern Utah along State Route 211 about 53 miles south of Moab on the way into the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. It was first protected by the state in 1961 and later added to the National Register of Historic Places.
In Navajo, the rock is called "Tse' Hone" which means a rock that tells a story. The petroglyph panel is one of the largest and best preserved in the american west. Newspaper Rock is 200 square feet and has more than 650 rock art designs, such as human, animal and other material and abstract carvings.
It’s estimated that the first carvings on Newspaper Rock appeared around 2,000 years ago. As time passed people from the Archaic, Anasazi, Fremont, Navajo, Anglo, and Pueblo cultures all left their mark on Newspaper Rock.
Visiting Newspaper Rock is well worth drive and is sure to impress with its incredible history.
To learn more about about travel, hiking and camping in southern Utah please visit TrailMob.com