Canyonlands Island in the Sky vs Needles

Canyonlands National Park is divided into three distinct districts: Island in the Sky, Needles, and The Maze.

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Island in the Sky Activities

Island in the Sky is a popular destination for hikes, viewpoints, and photography.  It's very close to Arches NP and Moab.

The Needles Canyonlands Activities

The Needles is about an hour and a half from Moab. It has plenty of hiking, backpacking and off roading trails.

Services at Island in the Sky vs The Needles

There are only limited goods and services available in Canyonlands National Park. The districts are remote so pack what you will need while there.

Drinking Water in Island in the Sky and The Needles

You can get drinking water at Island in the Sky Visitor's Center and The Needles Visitor's Center. Otherwise pack in your own water.

Food and Gas Near Island in the Sky and The Needles

Moab is the closest town with food and gas from Island in the Sky, about 32 miles. Monticello is the closest town with food and gas to The Needles, about 48 miles.

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