Mule Canyon

About Mule Canyon

The two canyons which characterize this WSA, the head of Mule Canyon and the head of the North Fork of Mule Canyon, trend southeast. The walls of the canyon are alternating layers of red and white sandstone. The canyons cut into a terrace which is part of Grand Gulch Plateau, or Cedar Mesa. There are many known Ancestral Puebloan dweller sites within the WSA, most of which are cliff dwellings. These picturesque ancient structures add elements of discovery and education to the primitive recreation experience.

How to Get There

Mule Canyon WSA is located in south-central San Juan County, about 20 miles west of Blanding, UT. From Blanding, head south on Highway 191 and turn right (west) onto Highway 95, continuing west for 19.4 miles. The trailhead is located on the north side of the highway.

Plan Your Visit to Mule Canyon

Heading to Mule 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

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)