The smallest of the five National Park canyons shops. Quite small, but adequately stocked. Toilets clean and fresh water top up available. Easy to park.
We stopped by the Island in the Sky Visitor's Center so our boys could get their Junior Ranger booklets. Many parks require the kids to attend a ranger program or watch the park movie but they were able to substitute picking up trash for that. It's a good way for kids to learn not to litter and if they see litter, simply pick it up and throw it out. I'm surprised the Visitor Center isn't bigger because it is a popular district in Canyonlands. The restrooms are outside in port-a-potty fashion. There is a water fountain right inside the Visitor Center but I also noticed visitors filling their water bottles outside and to the left (facing the center). The gift shop portion is pretty small which again is pretty surprising because most people visiting that Visitor Center will not make it to another one that day and may want to load up on souvenirs.
Due to cutback in federal funding, staff are seasonal. We visited on the first day they were open in March 2015. Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. The center isn't extensive, but the staff go out of their way to provide information and suggestions for you to get the most from your visit. We thoroughly enjoyed talking with the ranger who shared a wealth of information to our many questions.
Folks were friendly and well informed - typical items available for purchase. Can also get your passbooks stamped here.
I thought the visitor center would be a little better/bigger. Was kind of small, not all that much parking and if you needed to use the bathroom, there's permanent port-a-potties outside.. So there's really no where to wash your hands or get water or anything..
Helpful staff and limited facilities but a must to get the best out of your visit. Essential restrooms here
Typical park ranger station with lots of info....and restrooms. Good starting point to get to know the park and trails.
Very nice visitor center. We attended a Ranger Talk about the Bighorn Sheep in the area, and it was very interesting. My grand-daughter was getting badges from all the parks we were going to visit.
I rated this average because there is no way I'm going to rate anything about Canyonlands in a negative light. There is not much here, just the usual t-shirts and brochures and the restrooms are off premises, so be aware of that before you unload expecting cool and comfy rest rooms at this Visitor Center. There is not much else to say other than pack your food and drink before entering this National Park, because you won't find anything at this Center.
Very nice visitors center and a real help prior to visiting the park. The view across the street is breathtaking!