104: Exploring Canyonlands National Park: Best Tips + Activities

Exploring the National Parks

Dirt In My Shoes

Science, Society & Culture:places & Travel, Nature, Places & Travel, Society & Culture

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🗓️ 5 February 2025

⏱️ 66 minutes

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Summary

Today, we’re taking you to a hidden gem that deserves to be in the spotlight—Canyonlands National Park! Though it’s often overshadowed by the other national park in the area (ahem, Arches), Canyonlands is a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes and incredible adventures. It’s John’s absolute favorite national park in Utah, and Canyonlands offers something so unique that it rises to the top of our list. Join us as we share why! Here’s what we’ll cover: Why Canyonlands is the ultimate make-your-own-adventure park The magic of the Island In The Sky District (and why you have to see it) Trails you can’t afford to miss Views that will take your breath away (literally and figuratively!) Everything you need to know about the Schaefer Canyon Overlook The terrifying experience that turned into the coolest story ever The ultimate adventure for thrill-seekers Best spots for rock climbing enthusiasts What makes the Needles District so special Must-know tips for planning your visit We hope this episode inspires you to get out there and have your own adventure in Canyonlands National Park! Your task for today is to head over to Dirt In My Shoes to get the BRAND-NEW CANYONLANDS ITINERARY! Yes, it’s finally here! You can get the Canyonlands Itinerary for 25% off with code CANYON25 until February 10th at midnight MST. That’s the cheapest it will ever be, so grab it at this price while you can! For a full summary of this episode, links to things we mentioned, and free resources/deals to get your trip planning started, check out the full show notes here.

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0:00.0	Because we've been driving back and forth on that road a few times, and we see people in
0:04.4	vehicles that are not four by four vehicles. Last time we saw someone in a minivan. Right. And we were in our
0:09.3	truck. And they stopped us to ask us, do you think we'll be okay? And I was like, no. Let me tell
0:15.8	you about this Top Gear episode. This is the Exploring the National Parks podcast with Dirt in My Shoes.
0:24.6	My name is Ash and I'm a former park ranger and the founder of Dirt in My Shoes.
0:28.8	I think that the parks are best seen from the trail and I'm here to make National Park
0:33.5	trip planning easy.
0:35.1	And I'm John.
0:36.1	I carry the kids on the trails. I tell, and notice all the things that Ash doesn't
0:40.1	care about much, like rocks.
0:43.3	Join us as we show you around America's spectacular national parks.
0:47.8	We're sharing our favorite places, fun facts, adventures, and misadventures.
0:51.9	And we'll even throw in a little trip planning.
0:54.7	Let's start exploring.
1:00.7	Today is cause for celebration.
1:04.3	We think.
1:05.3	We believe so.
1:06.1	We have to record this episode in advance, a few weeks in advance. Right. And I'm still currently, as of
1:13.2	this recording, still working through this project. But it's a big deal. But if you're listening
1:20.5	to this today and I've met all my deadlines. Which you will, you always do. We are releasing the Canyonlands itinerary today. Yes.
1:31.4	Oh my gosh. This is just like Anchorman. This is a huge deal. We have so many leather bound books
1:37.4	and bookcases made of mahogany. This is just if you catch the reference. This is huge. I've never,
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