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"You’ll begin in the Needles, descend through its maze of red and white canyons following a path of least resistance to the Colorado River, float through the confluence with the Green River and spend the night at Spanish Bottom."



"The following morning, you’ll exit the river corridor on the opposing shore from where you started, climb to the canyon rim and overland to the Green River where you’ll camp for the evening. You’ll spend your second day walking through the Doll House and weaving through the Maze deep within the park, eventually dropping back to the river’s edge and a campsite along the Green. "



"Your third day finds you floating back through the confluence with the Colorado, and down to Spanish Bottom. Taking out on your starting side of the river, it’s time to roll up your boat, stash it on your pack and begin the trek up Red Lake Canyon to a campsite for the evening."


"Day four completes the Figure 8 with a walk through the Needles back to your vehicle. One of the park's most profound offerings and an exceptional opportunity to experience the rare beauty and solitude of a seldom visited, well-preserved wilderness – the Figure 8 doesn’t disappoint."



"There are few things tastier than a cold beverage and good meal after four days in the wild. A few of my personal favorite options to stop after a few days in the backcountry include Moab Brewery for cold beer and excellent burgers, Doughbird for exotic doughnuts, espresso and fried chicken or classic Mexican fare at Miguel’s."





