These publications are freely distributed by the National Park Service. All require for viewing. Many more publications are available through the bookstore.
Cultural History [112k PDF File]
Introduction to Canyonland's human history from prehistoric times to the present.
Foreign Language Brochures
The Canyonlands official map and guide is available in the following languages:
French [626k PDF File]
German [539k PDF File]
Geology [140k PDF File]
An overview of the geology of Canyonlands and the surrounding area. Includes cliff profile/depositional sequence.
Horseshoe Canyon [284k PDF File]
Introduction to the cultural history of Horseshoe Canyon. Includes map of access roads.
Island in the Sky District Trails and Roads [301k PDF File]
Brief overview of the trails and four-wheel-drive roads at the Island. Includes district map.
Maze District Trails and Roads [299k PDF file]
Brief overview of the trails and four-wheel-drive roads in the Maze. Includes district map.
Natural History [121k PDF File]
Introduction to the plants, animals and other features found in Canyonlands.
Needles District Trails and Roads [179k PDF File]
Brief overview of the trails and four-wheel-drive roads in the Needles. Includes district map.
Outdoor Education Curriculum [various PDF files]
Curriculum materials used by Canyon Country Outdoor Education. Includes over 100 science activities for grades one through six.
Park News
The official newspaper of Canyonlands National Park. Contains feature articles and visit recommendations. Published once a year. Screen quality.
2008 Park News [702k PDF File]
2007 Park News [702k PDF File]
2006 Park News [773K PDF File]
2005 Park News [605k PDF File]
2004 Park News [286k PDF File]
2003 Park News [475k PDF File]
2002 Park News [345k PDF File]
2001 Park News [389k PDF File]
Reservation Form [30k PDF File]
Use this form to request advanced reservations for backcountry permits and group campsites.
Species Lists
Amphibians [12k PDF File]
Birds [40k PDF File]
Exotic Animals [16k PDF File]
Exotic Plants [21k PDF File]
Fish [15k PDF File]
Mammals [40k PDF File]
Plants [99k PDF File]
Reptiles [13k PDF File]
Threatened & Endangered [14k PDF File]
The Archeology of Horseshoe Canyon [1mb PDF File]
An in-depth look at the fascinating archeology of Horseshoe Canyon. 74 pages with photos (screen quality only).
Trip Planner [2mb PDF File]
This eight-page newspaper provides an introduction to the districts of Canyonlands and the activities they offer. Contains full park map.
Upheaval Dome [255k PDF File]
Introduction to the two theories on how Upheaval Dome came to be as well as trail and safety information for this popular hike. Includes basic map.
