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Flume Canyon

Cisco, Utah · Grand County

This is a dissected landscape of steep ridges and v-shaped canyons formed by the many drainages leading north to Westwater Creek Canyon along the northern boundary, east to Sulphur Creek and Antone Wash, and south to Diamond Canyon. Flume Canyon itself runs south in the central part of the WSA. The western portion of t…

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About Flume Canyon

This is a dissected landscape of steep ridges and v-shaped canyons formed by the many drainages leading north to Westwater Creek Canyon along the northern boundary, east to Sulphur Creek and Antone Wash, and south to Diamond Canyon. Flume Canyon itself runs south in the central part of the WSA. The western portion of the WSA was partially burned in a large fire that occurred in the summer of 2002. The primary recreation use of the area is hunting, but the WSA also provides opportunities for hiking, backpacking and photography. It has year round populations of mountain lion, elk and black bear.

How to Get There

In the rugged terrain of Grand County, 43 miles northeast of Green River, UT. between the face of the Bookcliffs and the top of the Roan Cliffs. Access is from the Hay Canyon Road, north of I-70.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Flume Canyon

Heading to Flume Canyon? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Flume Canyon?

No central reservation system listed for Flume Canyon. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/16244) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Flume Canyon?

In the rugged terrain of Grand County, 43 miles northeast of Green River, UT. between the face of the Bookcliffs and the top of the Roan Cliffs. Access is from the Hay Canyon Road, north of I-70.

How do I contact Flume Canyon?

You can reach the park at phone: 435-781-4400 or email: utvnmail@blm.gov.