Goblin Valley State Park
Thousands of small mushroom-shaped sandstone rocks crowd the valley. You can walk and climb freely among them, and it feels like stepping into an alien world.
Goblin Valley was formed by the weathering of Entrada sandstone into thousands of 'goblin' rock pillars. Visitors can walk freely into the valley floor, weaving through and climbing the formations. Among its three 'magic zones,' the landforms are the most unusual. The state park charges about US$20 per vehicle, and it has campgrounds and yurts. It is also an International Dark Sky Park. From Torrey, the drive takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and it is often combined with Little Wild Horse Canyon in a one-day trip. Summer ground temperatures are high, so bring sun protection and plenty of water.
Opening hours
Open all day (visitor center approx. 08:00–17:00)
Nearby sights
- Little Wild Horse Canyon
- Factory Butte
- Bentonite Hills
- Cathedral Valley
- Behunin Cabin
- Grand Wash
- Capitol Gorge & Pioneer Register
- Rim Overlook & Navajo Knobs Trail