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Canaan Mountain Wilderness

Adjacent to the southeast boundary of Zion National Park, Canaan Mountain Wilderness is comprised of approximately 44,500 acres of public land in Washington County. In this wilderness, an 8-by-10 mile block of Navajo Sandstone, bounded by 2,000-foot-high cliffs, has been sculpted by wind and water over time into a landscape of soaring cliff walls, natural arches, and slot canyons. On the highest plateaus, stands of ponderosa pine are surrounded by cream-colored slickrock. Pinyon pine, Utah…

  • State: Utah
  • Managed by: Bureau of Land Management
  • Coordinates: 37.01513361000008, -112.98125559999994

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Frequently asked questions

Is Canaan Mountain Wilderness reservable?

Canaan Mountain Wilderness is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Canaan Mountain Wilderness?

Canaan Mountain Wilderness is located in Utah. See the map for its exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Canaan Mountain Wilderness?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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