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Shafer

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29.6 mi
Distance
17 hrs 22 min
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terrain
604 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult one way trail in Canyonlands National Park - Island In The Sky District.

This trail goes by Shafer and Colorado River.

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    3 years, 10 months ago
    Rugged drive from near Canyonlands visitor center to Moab. Not recommended for low clearance 2x4 vehicles. Beautiful canyon vistas and a couple views of the Colorado River. Takes about 3.5-4 hours.
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    5 years, 4 months ago
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concienne 5 years, 4 months ago
Shafer Canyon Road - Canyonland NP
Start in Island in the Sky unit of Canyonland NP drive to Moab
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