Grand View Point Overlook
Grand View Point Overlook
Grand View Point Overlook
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garbagecollector
Saint Cloud, FL1,123 contributions
Aug 2021
I had seen the photos, but in person this was even more impressive. As you walk the trail (more like 3-4 miles round trip -- longer than we thought), you will see the Grand View from several angles with interesting objects along the way. There is a balancing rock next to the trail that may slide down the mountain someday, and several large outcroppings of boulders that may be safe, but maybe not.
My point is to stay on the trail. At the end of the trail (Grand View), there are some rocks you can climb up on to get an even more spectacular view. However, I would not recommend that unless you are a competent rock climber. I was fine getting up and down, but I will say it wasn't as easy as it looked. Also, it is not clear what the best path up to the top of the rocks is.
My point is to stay on the trail. At the end of the trail (Grand View), there are some rocks you can climb up on to get an even more spectacular view. However, I would not recommend that unless you are a competent rock climber. I was fine getting up and down, but I will say it wasn't as easy as it looked. Also, it is not clear what the best path up to the top of the rocks is.
Written August 27, 2021
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LSUTraveller
Watson, LA1,919 contributions
Jan 2021
Beautiful and scenic stop. Plenty of parking. Loved the 1 mile rim walk from the overlook, it's relaxing and not at all busy with other people. It's quite a different experience in snow/winter and the color change is dramatic with snow on the ground.
Written January 10, 2021
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2rollon
California758 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
A friend an I visited this park in July 2021 and unfortunately the fires in the area created a hazy view. We spent half a day exploring this park. Would recommend visiting this Utah NP
Written July 30, 2021
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KBudz
MI242 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Can’t go wrong with any of the lookout points in Utah... Just amazing everywhere you look! I’d highly recommend hiking as many trails as you can and the. Stopping at the viewpoints.! We went here after rappelling in the middle. Awesome
Written June 26, 2022
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jimichongaJC
New Bern, NC671 contributions
Apr 2021
The drive from the highway to the Grand View Point Overlook seemed to take forever (about an hour each way) but the views from the overlooks (especially at the tip of the mesa) were simply stunning. Unmarred by civilizations tramplings and awe-inspiring in grandeur. Visitor center was closed but maps were available at the entry point. Well worth the trip (especially if visiting Arches Natl Park as well.
Written May 4, 2021
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Lee B.
55 contributions
Aug 2020
This is a there and back trail which starts from the parking area in Canyonlands National Park. Amazing views to be seen and if you have some knowledge of the area you can make out other places of interest in the distances. Chipmonks made for a very nice surprise when we sat down to picnic at the Grand View Point overlook...they have learnt the sound of rustling bags = food and come scurrying to you to see what you have to offer them. This is not a technical walk and is good for the whole family.
Written August 16, 2020
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Randy S
Northern Virginia, VA144 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
Such a spectacular viewpoint. Makes you wonder how our ancestors traversed this country a couple hundred years ago. Decided to take the Rim Walk which was advertised at one mile. Mostly level - large cairns kept you going in the right direction. There were some built in steps but nothing that would hold anyone back. Only the strong sun could do that without sunscreen. Most agreed it felt like more than a one mile one way and two miles round trip but at the end you saw the side of the canyon you'd been walking along and the other side as well. Nice place to sit and relax and have a snack to energize you for the return trip. Somehow the trip back seemed shorter. It was a nice way to spent the afternoon - Nature created a gem here.
Written September 19, 2023
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GoVols79
Chattanooga, TN3,865 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
The Grand View Point Overlook was one of the last things we did in Canyonlands National Park but it was definitely a highlight. It is at the end of one section of the road within the Islands in the Sky District. A large parking lot leads to a great overlook of the surrounding area. But there is also a trail that takes you out further into the canyon and provides a great view at the end but all along the way as well. The extra time spent on the trail was definitely worth it.
Written November 15, 2022
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Richard N
Stroud, UK459 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
This trail and viewpoint is at the end of the road through Islands in the Sky and as you would expect is well worth the effort.
The viewpoint is impressive enough but for the full and richer experience the mile and a bit walk to the end is a must. It's nearly all flat and along well marked rock paths (follow the cairns), and takes around half an hour each way. There are photo opportunities along the way as you scan the Canyon seeking sight of the Colorado, and at the end there is a photo opportunity at the end of the road by a tree. Fellow hikers will take the shot for you!
Brilliant.
The viewpoint is impressive enough but for the full and richer experience the mile and a bit walk to the end is a must. It's nearly all flat and along well marked rock paths (follow the cairns), and takes around half an hour each way. There are photo opportunities along the way as you scan the Canyon seeking sight of the Colorado, and at the end there is a photo opportunity at the end of the road by a tree. Fellow hikers will take the shot for you!
Brilliant.
Written September 16, 2023
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Kumi M
Palo Alto, CA1,481 contributions
Sep 2020
Don't miss this.
We visited when the weather was supposed to be hot. We prepared for a ton of sun and filled our backpacks up with plenty of water.
Luckily, I also kept gloves and jackets in my car because by the end of our hike, it was snowing!
Regardless, the views were incredible. Sure, it's mostly one view that you check out from multiple angles but I'd still do it again and again.
Near the end of the mile long walk, you'll get a different view which is also amazing.
The hike is pretty easy but there are portions where there's a bit of up/down action where you have to use stairs cut into the trail or slight slopes. Nothing too bad though - even for an out of shape person like me! :-)
The trail is worth taking. I would definitely do it again if I came back!
We visited when the weather was supposed to be hot. We prepared for a ton of sun and filled our backpacks up with plenty of water.
Luckily, I also kept gloves and jackets in my car because by the end of our hike, it was snowing!
Regardless, the views were incredible. Sure, it's mostly one view that you check out from multiple angles but I'd still do it again and again.
Near the end of the mile long walk, you'll get a different view which is also amazing.
The hike is pretty easy but there are portions where there's a bit of up/down action where you have to use stairs cut into the trail or slight slopes. Nothing too bad though - even for an out of shape person like me! :-)
The trail is worth taking. I would definitely do it again if I came back!
Written October 13, 2020
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do we need to hike the trail in order to see the view? or we can see the view at the parking lot? someone said when you walk to the end of the trail to the viewpoint, can see the green river, so besides the green river, is there any difference between viewing at the parking lot and viewing at the viewpoint (after walking the trail)? as we are with young kids, so wonder is it worthy to hike the trail, if the view seeing at the parking lot is similar to that at the viewpoint (after walking the trail) except for the green river view, I may save some time and energy to go to more places and see more things in the park. Thanks
Written May 17, 2019
I know that this answer is very late. We are, after all, traveling. But for future reference, you do not need to walk the trail. If I had a little one in tow, I probably wouldn't. There are several really nice views in the first 100 ft. There are many steps to get down the first 50 ft., so that might now be practical either. The viewpoint at the end of the trail would be nearly impossible with small children. Please don't attempt this. I don't believe that you can see the Green River at all - it is mostly the vista which is impressive. So, stay at the turn-out and enjoy. It is well situated to see 90% of the view.
Written May 23, 2019
I see the pictures that posted here with the flat top and a deep "S" shape valley is fantastic, so we can see such view just at the overlook or need to hike the trail in order to see it? thanks.
Written February 1, 2019
You only need to go to the Overlook. If you want to hike it then that's a bonus.
Written March 8, 2019
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