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.