Things to do in Green River

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Things to Do in Green River

Check out must-see sights and activities:
Goblin Valley State Park, Black Dragon Canyon Trail, Hiking Trails, Canyons.

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State park with an otherworldly landscape perfect for hiking, picnics, and camping. Features whimsical rock formations and trails for free wandering and climbing.
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  • Heather M
    Maryland177 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We went here on our way between Capitol Reef National Park and Arches National Park on the advice of a fellow traveler. It was a pretty cool state park. If it hadn't been so hot that day and we hadn't booked ourselves elsewhere later in the day, we might have taken a short hike through the hoodoos. There is no shade in this park aside from the shade of the taller hoodoos so come prepared for that. There are bathroom facilities in a few locations near parking lots. There are also plenty of shaded picnic tables next to the parking lots if you want to have a little picnic here. All in all, we enjoyed this unique state park.
    Written August 16, 2024
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  • Jaime C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful place! We stopped at the roadside attraction. We saw mountain goats! So beautiful! I loved it
    Written September 10, 2023
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  • Lisa V
    San Diego, CA97 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A scenic drive of southwest geology, drive west past the Wild Horse Butte to the parking area with restroom facilities. The trail is a loop with the wider canyon hike, Wild Horse, to the right and the narrow slot canyon, Bell, to the left. The trails connect on the backside with a stretch that is open to vehicular traffic. Wanting an outdoor experience and to avoid ANY vehicle, as well as preferring the slot canyon experience, we chose Bell. There were a few very narrow places and a few that required a bit of scrambling to get up and over large boulders that blocked the way, but it was worth it. A very enjoyable adventure and we found a lovely place to sit and enjoy a picnic. At the very least, bring water. If you travel during hotter weather, water, sunglasses and a hat are best buddies.
    Written March 13, 2024
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  • LESLIE B
    Hot Springs, AR4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very well done really helpful in learning the history of rafting and the area would highly recommend the bar in the town with pictures of rafting and great burgers and homemade fries
    Written August 4, 2023
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  • shnpan
    Birmingham, AL988 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This visit was a bit disappointing as the geyser was not erupting. It is a well marked but gravel road to get to the geyser. It was very interesting seeing the site but don't expect the geyser to be erupting every time you visit.
    Written February 7, 2020
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  • Debra B
    St. Marys, KS42 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Green River is beautiful in this desert climate. Sandy beach and the water was cool and clean. We enjoyed our walk on the beach.
    Written August 7, 2019
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  • Sara T
    Ellicott City, MD982 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice grassy campground, a relief to see after so much desert. They had bathrooms with flush toilets. Sites are a good size, we didn’t feel on top of our neighbors. River access which was nice. They are on a golf course but lots of restricted areas to walk because of that. They are putting in more cabins which look very nice. the the campground. They have disc golf and they are on a golf course. We will stay here again.
    Written June 30, 2023
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  • Miriam S
    Palo Alto, CA34 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I know, I know. You’re on your way to Arches or Canyonlands and you’re thinking, what do I need with a scenic overlook? Let’s just say that when the state of Utah marks some view as scenic, they’re not kidding. The picture here does not do the view justice. You can see the amazing San Rafael Reef and imagine the feat of engineering involved in running the interstate through it.
    Written June 10, 2021
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  • Susan L
    Denver, CO496 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you don’t have kids to get out of the car and run around, then I’m not sure if it’s worth stopping. Kinda lame if there is no meaning.
    Written July 18, 2020
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  • rdiddy1234
    Salt Lake City, UT39 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a WET canyon. We did not come prepared for that. To do it you'd want good shoes for mud and maybe wet suits if it isn't a hot day? We hiked along the edge and dropped in and climbed out a few times. We enjoyed the few short stretches we could be in the bottom of the slot. A vehicle with decent ground clearance would be best, especially if you want to drive instead of hike the short spur road to the slot.
    Written October 25, 2023
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  • kevan j
    Norman, OK1,503 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This trail is a combination of well-marked sections, and route finding. It begins at the parking lot and at first goes out over some sandstone hills (ups and downs). Next comes a stroll across the desert and around the large formations seen from the trailhead. The trail is well-marked with signs. Don't worry about missing the path up to the Lair as there is a good sign. The climb to the lair is a bit steep. The opening to the cave looks like something out of Lord of the Rings. It is also somewhat difficult climbing down into the cave, but it's not as bad as it looks. Very nice hike with no one else on the trail during the first week in January.
    Written October 6, 2021
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  • teacherextraordinare
    Wichita, KS90 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Before you go, make sure you know where the actual slot canyon part of the wash is located. We had both google maps and a gps device lead us to a Moonshine Wash sign marker about 45 minutes south of Green River. We picked our way down the cliff and into the wash, since there was no discernible trail or trailhead marker. We spent about three hours in the wash, hiking both up and down from where the sign was posted and never found the slot. While the wash itself has some nice cliffs with desert varnish, our time could have been better spent elsewhere. As an aside, we have been hiking the desert for many years and this was the first time we have ever come across a bee hive built into the sandstone wall.
    Written June 4, 2019
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