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Shafer Canyon Overlook Trail

Shafer Canyon Overlook Trail Shafer Canyon Overlook provides a nice view east over the Colorado River. From the overlook one can watch 4wd vehicles tackling the terrifically sharp and steep switchbacks of the Shafer Trail Road as it quickly falls 1,200 feet to the river below. The overlook is an easy 1/4 mile walk from the road.


 The Basics

Location: Along the main scenic drive through the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands
Difficulty: Easy
Length: 1/2 mile roundtrip
Elevation: Flat
Time to Allow: 20 mins.
Season: Year round, but best Apr.-May and Sep.-Oct.
Map: Free park map is sufficient



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