Whale Rock is a 0.8 mi trail. Dogs are not allowed, and we rate it comfortable from age 7. About 0% of it is shaded, and no refill point is recorded on the route.
Underfoot & overhead bare slickrock dome, handrails on top
In July, Canyonlands National Park runs around 100°F at the main visitor elevation, and this route gives you almost nothing to hide under. With no refill recorded on the route, everything you drink starts in your pack.
70°F · Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy · wind 0 to 15 mph
NOAA forecast for Canyonlands National Park — not for this trailhead specificallyGrand View Point Overlook, Grand View Point Trail, and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) of park road is closed Monday to Thursday. The closure applies to all uses, including vehicles, tour buses, motorcycles, bikes, & hikers. Parking...
Live NPS alert for Canyonlands National Park · sourceAll fires are prohibited. Only petroleum or propane-fueled stoves or grills are allowed in backcountry campsites, campgrounds, and picnic areas. Fireworks are never allowed. Smoke only inside vehicles or in developed...
Live NPS alert for Canyonlands National Park · sourceNo — Whale Rock is closed to dogs. Our Canyonlands National Park dog guide lists the trails where they are welcome, plus boarding and the nearest 24/7 vet.
We rate it comfortable from age 7. It is not a stroller route. That rating is our own hand-check of length, footing and exposure, not an official NPS grade.
About 0% of the route is shaded, and Canyonlands National Park peaks around 100°F in its hottest month. The less shade a route has, the more of it you want behind you before midday.