Natural
San Juan County, UT
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
Grassland basin ringed by the colorful sandstone spires of Canyonlands’ Needles District. Reached by the classic Chesler Park / Joint Trail network (viewpoint ~6 mi RT; full loop ~11 mi), it is one of the defining day-hike destinations in the Needles for desert scenery without technical canyoneering.
| Region | San Juan County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 38.1086, -109.8535 |
| District | Needles — Canyonlands NP |
| Popular routes | Chesler Park Viewpoint ~5.8–6 mi RT; Loop + Joint Trail ~10.7 mi |
| Setting | Grass park encircled by needle formations |
| Operator | NPS — Canyonlands National Park |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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