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Newspaper Rock
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| Presented below are summary descriptions of destinations near Newspaper Rock. Click on any name for complete information. |
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Canyonlands
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Canyonlands National Park is home to an immense expanse of deep orange-red canyons carved by the Colorado and Green Rivers and a wonderful array of superlative red rock formations. In addition to being a feast for the eyes, it provides great opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, 4wd adventuring, and white water rafting.
The Needles section of Canyonlands is roughly 25 miles west of Newspaper Rock. |
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Abajo
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The Abajo Mountains are a small range of rounded peaks topping out at 11,362 feet. They have some pleasant scenic drives and hiking. They are relatively unknown and consequently not too crowded. The Abajos begin about 10 miles south of Newspaper Rock. |
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Monticello |
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Monticello is a small town (pop. 2,400) at the base of the Abajo Mountains. At 7,000 feet it has cooler summer temperatures than most towns in Southeast Utah. It has a decent selection of accommodations and restaurants. It is 28 miles southeast of Newspaper Rock. |
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Moab |
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Moab is about 53 miles north of Newspaper Rock. It has numerous lodging and dining options and is a terrific destination for those seeking outdoor recreational activities. It offers great opportunities for desert mountain biking, hiking and 4wd adventuring. The Colorado River passes by town with excellent calm water and whitewater options. |
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| Select Southeast Overview for summary descriptions of all destinations in southeastern Utah. |
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