Geological Attractions

There are many canyons and plateaus in this region. Each is unique and offers a different experience. We have highlighted several of these attractions in the sections below. Click on each to learn more.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes
Bull Valley Gorge

This slot canyon, within the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument is close to Kodachrome Basin State Park and worth the exploration. Access is via dirt road off the Cottonwood Canyon road. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about Bull Valley Gorge.

Cottonwood Canyon
Cottonwood Canyon

There is dirt backway road that goes through Cottonwood Canyon from Kodachrome Basin State Park to route 89 near Page, Arizona. This scenic backway is a good quality road with dramatic scenes around each turn. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about Cottonwood Canyon.

Johnson Canyon
Johnson Canyon

This canyon is home to the famous Gunsmoke Movie set and a variety of rock formations. The road traverses part of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about Johnson Canyon.

Kaiparowits Plateau
Kaiparowits Plateau

This plateau is the roof of the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument and covers over 50 miles on a northwest / southeast direction. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about the Kaiparowits Plateau.

Marble Canyon
Marble Canyon

Located near the base of Glen Canyon Dam, Marble Canyon is the kick-off point for many river runners on the Colorado River. It's a great place for fishing and sightseeing. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about the Marble Canyon.

Virgin River Rim
Virgin River Rim

This magnificent rim is on the southern end of Cedar Mountain and offers views to the south of Zion National Park and even all the way to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. Hiking, Biking, Snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, sightseeing and more are great activities along this rim. Click on the provided link or the image to learn more about the Virgin River Rim.