Moonflower Canyon Group Site

Overview

Moonflower Day Use Site is located at the mouth of a shady canyon across from the Colorado River. A short hiking trail leads to a cool oasis deeper in the canyon and an ancient rock imagery panel on the walls near the entrance has become a popular attraction for many visitors. Large cottonwoods provided ample shade. Historic and pre-historick rock images are on nearby canyon walls. It is the perfect place for a small ceremony or gathering. There are picnic tables, and a parking area with vault toilet that is shared by the Moonflower trailhead. Please respect our cultural heritage and do not touch or damage the petroglyphs.

This is a reservable day-use (not camping) site up to five days before your intended date. Users may reserve this site at recreation.gov. If the site is not reserved, it becomes first-come, first-served.

Recreation

This popular site is near Moab and close to hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel driving opportunities. Kane Creek Road is a popular 4WD and OHV route.

Facilities

A vault toilet, picnic tables and grill are available. There are no water or firepit available.

Natural Features

Moonflower is located at the mouth of a shady canyon and a popular, short hiking trail leads to a cool oasis. Large cottonwoods provided ample shade. Historic and pre-historic rock images are on nearby canyon walls. Do not mark or scratch on rock surfaces.

Nearby Attractions

There are many hiking, mountain biking and four-wheel drive trails along Kane Creek Road. The site is about 15 minutes from Arches National Park and 45 minutes from Canyonlands National Park.