Goblin Valley State Park

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Heat advisory
Be prepared: Expect hot and sunny conditions with temperatures in the 90’s and 100’s º F. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are daily risks. Hike early in the day, bring plenty of water (at least 32 ounces per person per hour), know your route and your limitations, bring salty snacks or electrolytes and wear light clothing and sun protection. Plan to take breaks often!

Flash Flood Warnings
Please check the forecast before going into any canyons: A weather report is posted everyday at the Visitor Center. We do not recommend hiking canyons or camping in washes if there is any chance of rain. Click here for the weather. After going to the National Weather Service, click get a forecast, scroll down to the San Rafael Swell. You can either click on Goblin Valley State Park or Little Wild Horse Canyon/Bell Canyon Trailhead.

Listen to Public Safety Alerts About Rainfall: If you receive an alert on your phone such as “Public Safety Alert: Possible heavy rainfall could cause flash flooding in the San Rafael area, slick rock, and slot canyon areas. Avoid canyons, washes, and low lying terrain”, DO NOT plan to hike any of the canyons or washes. On these days, hiking in the Valley of Goblins is a safer option, although it may get muddy.

Journey to this strange and colorful valley, which is unlike any other in Utah! The landscape, covered with sandstone goblins and formations, is often compared to Mars. Explore the geology and camp among the nooks and gnomes. Park activities include hiking, camping, mountain biking, disc golf, ranger programs and access to OHV routes.

Best time to arrive: Be aware that the park can be exceptionally busy on weekends and during spring break periods. We recommend arriving in the morning or later afternoon to avoid crowds.

International Dark Sky Park

Goblin Valley is a designated International Dark Sky Park. Learn more about our incredible dark skies and what we do to protect them here.

Learn about Dark Skies

57°F

L: 55° H: 81°

Feels like 55°F° few clouds

Wind: 0 mph

Air Quality: Good

Daily Forecast Hourly Forecast

Today

55° / 81°°F 0 mm 0% 5 mph 58 % 1020 mb 0 mm/h

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Hours: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Every Day

Phone: 435-259-3710 or 435-275-4584

Visitor Center: Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Management

Park Manager: Drew Sprafke

Asst. Manager: Brooke Wetherell

Activities

Biking

Camping

Canyoneering

Dark Sky

Disc-Golf

Equestrian

Geocache

Hiking

JR. Ranger

OHV

Amenities

Drinking Water

Dump Station

Fire Pits

Gift Shop

Grill

Group Camping

Parking

Pets Allowed

Picnic tables

Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Sewage Disposal

Shade Shelter

Vault Toilets

Visitor Center

Lodging

Primitive Site

RV

Tent Pad

Yurt

Park Gallery

Red rock landscape of Goblin Valley State Park, UT

Questions

Drone Regulations

A permit is required for any drone flights within the boundaries of Goblin Valley State Park year-round.
Permits are $15 per day.
Drone permits are issued in-person at the visitor center and are not available in advance.

Busy Season: March 1-October 31

No drones will be allowed on weekends or holidays March 1-October 31.
No more than 2 drone permits will be issued per hour, Monday-Friday (10 maximum for the day).
No drone permits will be issued when the park is at capacity.
Drones may only be flown over Valley 1 and must be flown from the drone platform at the Observation Point.
No drone use will be permitted in any other section within the park fee area.
Drone permits required are for all non-fee areas in the park.
No flying permitted over occupied dispersed campsites.
Drone permits may be issued one day in advance for early morning flying.
Drone permits will not be issued on any days when the park is at capacity or special events are occurring.

Off Season: October 31-February

Drones will be allowed 7 days per week.
Drones may only be flown over Valley 1 and must be flown from the drone platform at the Observation Point.
Drone permits required for all non-fee areas in the park.
No flying permitted over occupied dispersed campsites.
Drone permits may be issued one day in advance for early morning flying.