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Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of Canyonlands National Park to explore this dramatic desert landscape. Along the way, hear stories play automatically as you discover the countless canyons and buttes carved by the Colorado River.
Peer across the valley into a maze of canyons at Grand View Point, capture the iconic view through the window of Mesa Arch to the expansive canyons below, see the towering 600-foot Merrimac and Monitor Buttes named after American Civil War ships, and view ancestral Puebloan structures on the Aztec Butte Trail.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace.
Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location
Travel at your own pace
Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use
No time limits or expiry, free updates
Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Start at (Moab or at the entrances to the National Parks) or join anywhere along the tour route. After booking, search your email for “Download Audio Tour" and follow the instructions to download now over Wi-Fi/cell service. Then, preview the start location/s and tour route in the app.
Itinerary
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1Grand View Point Overlook
The name suggests a Grand View and that is what the overlook here delivers. From this southernmost point of the Island in the Sky, we peer down across the valley, further deepened by a maze of canyons. Where the canyons cut down, it's like we are looking into a billion years of the earth's history.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Discover ancient Puebloan history as you hike up to Aztec Butte, where granaries used by early settlers are still visible. The moderate trail offers breathtaking desert views and a glimpse into the resourcefulness of the people who once called this area home.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Green River Overlook
This iconic viewpoint offers incredible views of the Green River cutting through dramatic canyons. Set within the Island in the Sky district, the overlook reveals vast, layered landscapes, showing the raw power of erosion and time that have shaped the Canyonlands.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Monitor and Merriamac Rock Formations
Named after Civil War ironclads, these twin sandstone formations rise majestically from the desert floor. Merrimac and Monitor Buttes are a striking example of the towering natural monoliths that define the beauty and grandeur of Utah’s landscapes.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Mesa Arch
A picturesque arch perched on the edge of a cliff, Mesa Arch frames a stunning sunrise view over the canyon below. One of Canyonlands' most famous landmarks, this short hike leads to a natural window offering views that stretch to the distant La Sal Mountains.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Upheaval Dome
Explore the mysteries of Upheaval Dome, a crater with a debated origin. Some believe it was caused by a meteor impact, while others suggest it’s a salt dome collapse. The short but steep hike rewards with fascinating geological features and a sweeping view of the dome itself.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
- Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
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Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How to Access: After booking you’ll receive an email and text with instructions (search “Download Audio Tour”). Click the link in the email/text to sign in with your preferred Apple or Google account and redeem your voucher code ahead of time.
- Download The GuideAlong App: Download the free app over WiFi or cellular data and sign in with the same Apple or Google account.
- Download The Tour: Download the tour in the GuideAlong app under 'My Tours' over WiFi or cellular data.
- Start The Tour: Open the tour in the GuideAlong app to preview the start locations, tour route and trip planner, or start the tour.
- Location-Based Stories: Audio commentary plays automatically as you drive using your phone’s GPS chip. Wherever you are and whichever direction you’re going, you’ll hear the best stories and tips.
- Flexible Travel Date: Tours are a one-time purchase with no expiry or date/time limit. If your plans change to a different day, there’s no need to change your travel date.
- Tour at Your Leisure: With GuideAlong, you control the pace. Start, stop, and resume the tour any day, anytime, adapting it to your schedule.
- Driving Tours: Group Savings: One purchase covers everyone in the vehicle, making it a cost-effective way to explore.
- Works Offline: No internet or cell service is required once the audio tour is downloaded to your phone, so you can relax and tour offline.
- Bring A Charger: Pack a USB/C car charger for charging and easy sound connectivity, and make sure your device is fully charged.
- Technical Support: The GuideAlong support team is available daily by toll-free phone, online chat, and email.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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