Canyonlands NP drives and hikes

Geologist disagree whether the Upheaval Dome was caused by a salt dome or a meteor. The field geologist we met on the trail gave some pretty convincing evidence for a meteor. We will concede to his superior knowledge.

The drive to Needles after you leave Hwy 191 is impressive. A lush valley surrounded on both sides by buttes and spires. We found out later that a plateau erodes into separate buttes that erode into spires (needles). The 22 miles drive is worth every mile. After visiting the park visitor center we drove to the end and hiked Slickrock Trail (not recommended if it is raining). -L