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Elephant Canyon water source – Druid Arch loop from CP3

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Utah

San Juan County

Elephant Canyon water source – Druid Arch loop from CP3

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Elephant Canyon water source – Druid Arch loop from CP3

02:45

8.98km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Needles District

Waypoints

Start point

Camping Site

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79 m

Campsites in Chesler Park

Highlight • Rest Area

There are five beautifully situated primitive campsites in Chesler Park. Each of them is close to huge sandstone walls and some trees give enough shade from the sun. The view is fantastic. Note that there are no facilities and no water sources close by. So bring as much water as you need for your trip in and out.

You can reserve the campsites four months in advance via the online reservation system of Canyonlands National Park: canypermits.nps.gov

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3.50 km

Elephant Canyon water source

Highlight • River

This is the only reliable water source in the Needles district of Canyonlands National Park. You will find some pools of clear water. The water has to be treated, but tastes great.

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4.48 km

Druid Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

At the end of the Druid Arch Trail is the gigantic stone arch reminiscent of Stone Henge. There are a few places that require scrambling over rocks.

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8.98 km

End point

Camping Site

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.94 km

Surfaces

5.59 km

3.34 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,780 m)

Lowest point (1,630 m)

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Today

Monday 6 July

35°C

22°C

14 %

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