Canyonlands in Utah is one of those places "On the road less travelled." Canyonlands National Park is large. "Canyonlands invites you to explore a wilderness of countless canyons and fantastically formed buttes carved by the Colorado River and its tributaries. Rivers divide the park into four districts: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, the Maze, and the rivers themselves. These areas share a primitive desert atmosphere, but each offers different opportunities for sightseeing and adventure..." "There are no roads that directly link the districts. Although they may appear close on a map, traveling between them requires two to six hours by car. Most people find it impractical to visit more than one area in a single trip."
If you have a high clearance 4x4 or mountain bikes, there is the possibility of the White Rim Road. This 100-mile road "loops around and below the Island in the Sky mesa top and provides expansive views of the surrounding area. Trips usually take two to three days by four-wheel-drive vehicle or three to four days by mountain bike." Note that ATVs are not allowed. "ATVs, UTVs, and OHVs are not permitted. Motorbikes must be highway-legal."
However, we've taken a Class B into the park and driven the main roads, with stops at numerous vista points. Mountain biking may require steep descents on dirt roads with the inevitable climb back to the rim.
A Class B is a great way to visit the park. First, "Canyonlands is an isolated and rugged environment. You won't find many services here; it's best to bring what you'll need for your visit." As for amenities, "There is no food, lodging, or gas available in Canyonlands National Park."
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