The Needles District of Canyonlands National park is located south of the town of Moab in San Juan county, Utah -USA. This section of the park is accessible by driving hwy 191 & 211 for a total of 75 miles from Moab or 49 miles from Monticello. Needles district was named for these multitude of pinnacles formation found everywhere around the area. Numerous sprawling canyons such Salt Creek, Horse, Elephant, Davis or Lavenders Canyons tributaries of Colorado river occurs in the Needles District. Most of the spectacular natural arches are located on the rim of these canyons on the Cedar Mesa sandstone formation. Also, this district is famous for his confluence with Green and Colorado Rivers on the heart of the park. Most of the road into the National Park are unpaved and has serious regulation. Check at the visitor center at the park entrance about road condition. Exploring backcountry require a permit for overnight hiking and campsites.
See also Hand Hold Arch from above and below.
Angel Arch (2 photos)
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