Why You Should Visit Canyonlands National Park in December

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Canyonlands National Park in December is a fun time to visit, even if there’s snow!

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Visiting Utah National Parks in the winter is quite different from the summer months, especially at Canyonlands.

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The weather at Canyonlands National Park in December is cold with highs around 45 and lows around 23 degrees Farenheit.

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PHOTO TIP: The glow on the bottom side of Mesa Arch lasts a long time. We like to wait for all the sunrise photographers to get their shots and leave, then we usually have the place to ourselves!

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Canyonlands National Park is open 24/7. Visit the NPS site to get the updated operating hours.

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Why You Should Visit Canyonlands National Park in December

Canyonlands National Park in December is a fun time to visit, even if there’s snow!

Visiting Utah National Parks in the winter is quite different from the summer months, especially at Canyonlands.

The weather at Canyonlands National Park in December is cold with highs around 45 and lows around 23 degrees Farenheit.

CANYONLANDS WEATHER

PHOTO TIP: The glow on the bottom side of Mesa Arch lasts a long time. We like to wait for all the sunrise photographers to get their shots and leave, then we usually have the place to ourselves!

PHOTOGRAPHY IN DECEMBER

Canyonlands National Park is open 24/7. Visit the NPS site to get the updated operating hours.

Is Canyonlands National Park Open in December?

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