Canyonlands National Park Island in the Sky Driving Tour

Welcome to one of the most jaw-dropping landscapes in the American Southwest.
This Canyonlands National Park driving tour takes you through the Island in the Sky district — a massive mesa suspended high above the Colorado and Green Rivers, where views stretch for miles in every direction.
On this self-guided experience, you’ll follow the scenic road from Moab into the heart of the park, stopping at overlooks, arches, and canyon edges that drop more than 2,000 feet below your feet.
Along the way, you’ll discover:
The legendary sunrise glow at Mesa Arch
The mystery of Upheaval Dome, a possible meteor crater
The wild story of the Uranium King who made millions overnight
The haunting legend of Dead Horse Point
The daring construction of the Shafer Trail switchbacks
The story of Bates Wilson, who fought to create the park
This is one of the most unforgettable Canyonlands park tours, combining epic scenery with powerful stories from the land.