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National Park: Canyonlands, UT [Needles District] Trail or Location: Chesler Park Loop Difficulty | Time: Dificult | 6 hours | 11.2 miles Payoff: A vast variety of everchanging landscapes and views. One of my favorite hikes of all time because I don't find myself rushing to get to the end, and instead enjoy the journey as every twist and turn offers new views. There are tight passages, high peaks, and gorgeous desert meadows to take in. If you don't have time for the full hike the viewpoint 2.5 miles is unforgettable.
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Sep 19, 2018
Gunnersmate2
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Sep 20, 2018
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livingspeedbumpWhat a beautiful landscape. I love nature and being outdoors. I live in Oregon and enjoy hiking the trails in my area. I would love to explore new and different areas like the one pictured.
Sep 20, 2018
Gunnersmate2Yeah, I think that is why I really love a lot of the desert parks around UT/AZ. There are so many amazing lush parks, especially in the NW, but the rocky landscapes are just so alien and unique.
Sep 20, 2018
Gunnersmate2
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livingspeedbumpI like the desert also for the same reasons. I'm near Crater Lake National park so I can't complain and I do go to eastern Oregon where it's high desert but it's nothing like where your at. Guess the grass is always greener
Sep 20, 2018
Gunnersmate2
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livingspeedbumpI'll try to remember to post some pics of crater lake when I get home.
Sep 20, 2018
sheldonkreger
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Sep 21, 2018
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livingspeedbumpWhen is a good time of year to visit? Is this a good winter hike?
Sep 21, 2018
Xymnslot
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sheldonkregerUtah can get brutally cold in the winter. As an alternative, I'd humbly submit some of the canyons in Northern and central Arizona. The border with Utah can get damned cold too, but not as bad and we still have some really incredible hiking and camping spots anywhere from Page down to Sedona.
That said, if you don't mind a little snow and a lot of cold, any of Utah's parks are just gorgeous.
Sep 21, 2018
sheldonkregerFall is generally best, spring would be second. Being cold in winter is fine, but snow can make many hikes a bit dangerous. When I go in late summer/fall I still try to get out on the trails around 630 to get a start before the sun really starts cooking as well.
Sep 22, 2018
Gunnersmate2that would be excellent!
Sep 22, 2018
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