BLM Canyon Rims Recreation Area overlook on the east rim of the Colorado River corridor opposite Island in the Sky. Sweeping view of the eroded anticline, meanders, and cliffs without entering Canyonlands National Park. Quiet graded-road alternative to the crowded park overlooks south of Moab.
Field facts
| Region | San Juan County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 38.4648, -109.6273 |
| Manager | BLM Moab Field Office — Canyon Rims RA |
| Access road | Canyon Rims / Anticline Overlook Road off US-191 |
| Distance | ~32 mi south of Moab then west on graded road |
| Setting | Colorado River anticline / Canyonlands east rim |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- RestroomAnticline Overlook0 km away
- ViewpointAnticline Overlook0 km away
- CampgroundThe Ledge Campground2.8 km away
- CampgroundLedge Camping Area2.8 km away
- CampgroundHunter Canyon/Spring Camping Area5.7 km away
- ParkingAmasa Back Trailhead7.6 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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