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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Red Canyon

Colorado National Monument, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 54 2026
Red Canyon

Red rock walls and deep drop-offs above the Colorado River, with a hanging canyon and natural arches in nearby canyons. Visitors mostly see it from rim viewpoints along the park drive, with a view toward Grand Junction.

Highlights

  • Hanging canyon viewpoint
  • Rattlesnake Canyon arches
  • Grand Junction view

Good to know

  • Parking space is limited at main viewpoint
  • Arches reached only by a long hike
  • Road has no guardrail at edges

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