Goblin Valley State Park park
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Goblin Valley State Park
There are many good reasons to visit Goblin Valley State Park. For one thing, it is a great place for hiking and exploring. The park has several trails that lead visitors through the rock formations, providing opportunities to see the goblins up close and to take in the stunning vistas of the surrounding desert landscape.
Another reason to visit Goblin Valley State Park is for its rich history. The area has been inhabited by humans for thousands of years, and visitors can see evidence of ancient cultures in the petroglyphs and other artifacts that have been left behind.
Some specific points of interest to see in Goblin Valley State Park include the Valley of the Goblins, which is the main attraction of the park; the Entrada Sandstone formations, which are some of the most impressive rock formations in the area; and the Goblin's Lair, which is a natural cave that can be explored by adventurous visitors.
Interesting facts about Goblin Valley State Park include the fact that it was first discovered by cowboys in the 1800s, who named it after the goblins they believed lived there. The park was officially established in 1964 and is now a popular destination for hikers, rock climbers, and nature enthusiasts of all kinds.
The best time of year to visit Goblin Valley State Park is in the spring or fall, when the temperatures are mild and the crowds are smaller. However, the park is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy its unique beauty in any season.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Goblin Valley State Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goblin Valley State Park | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Wild Horse Butte Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Campground (Not Official !) | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| South Temple Wash - Dispersed | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| South Temple Wash Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Temple Mountain Townsite Camping Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Goblin Valley State Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Goblin Valley State Park
What can I do at Goblin Valley State Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Goblin Valley State Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
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