Walk the Grandstaff Canyon Trail
Trek alongside a perennial stream through a lush canyon that ends at the stunning Morning Glory Natural Bridge.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a 4-mile round trip that typically takes 2 to 3 hours to complete at a steady pace.
- 2Wear water-resistant hiking shoes or sandals with straps, as the trail requires multiple shallow stream crossings.
- 3Arrive at the trailhead parking lot along Highway 128 before 8:00 AM, as the small lot fills up quickly every morning.
- 4Bring at least two liters of water and salty snacks, even though the canyon is shaded and feels cooler than the open desert.
- 5Pack a camera with a wide-angle lens to fully capture the 243-foot span of Morning Glory Natural Bridge at the trail's end.
- 6Keep your dog on a leash and carry waste bags, as this is one of the few dog-friendly canyon hikes near Moab.
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