Contact Info
Moab, UT 84532
Basics
- Location:
- Along the main scenic drive through the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands
- Length:
- 1.5 mile roundtrip
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Time:
- 45 mins.
- Elevation Change:
- 150 feet
- Season:
- Year round, but best Apr.-May and Sep.-Oct.
Description
Upheaval Dome consists of a crater about 3 miles across and 1,200 feet deep containing a raised jumble of rock. Geologist speculate that a meteor caused the odd formation. An easy trail leads 1/4 mile to a viewpoint over the crater. Hikers can continue another 1/2 mile over slickrock to a second lookout. Near the parking lot is a pleasant picnic area.
Details
Location:
Along the main scenic drive through the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands
Length:
1.5 mile roundtrip
(to second lookout)
(to second lookout)
Difficulty:
Easy
Time:
45 mins.
Elevation Change:
150
Season:
Year round, but best Apr.-May and Sep.-Oct.
Useful Map(s):
Free park map is sufficient