Basics
- Location:
- Along the main scenic drive through the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands
- Length:
- 1/2 mile roundtrip
- Difficulty:
- Easy
- Time:
- 20 minutes
- Elevation Change:
- 0 feet
- Season:
- Year round, but best Apr.-May and Sep.-Oct.
Description
Shafer Canyon Overlook provides a nice view east over the Colorado River. From the overlook one can watch 4wd vehicles tackling the terrifically sharp and steep switchbacks of the Shafer Trail Road as it quickly falls 1,200 feet to the river below. The overlook is an easy 1/4 mile walk from the road.
Details
Location:
Along the main scenic drive through the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands
Length:
1/2 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Easy
Time:
20 minutes
Trailhead Elevation:
Flat
Elevation Change:
0
Season:
Year round, but best Apr.-May and Sep.-Oct.
Useful Map(s):
Free park map is sufficient
