Kodachrome Basin is a state park of Utah, United States. It is situated 5,800 feet above sea level, 12 miles south of Utah Route 12, and 20 miles southeast of Bryce Canyon National Park.
The scenery is splashy here, dominated by 67 monolithic stone spires called sedimentary pipes. They accentuate multi-hued sandstone layers revealing 180 million years of geologic time. The color and beauty found here prompted a 1948 National Geographic Society expedition to name the area Kodachrome after the popular color film
This Utah state park boasts sweeping desert views with sandstone chimneys rising up from the earth. There’s also a wheelchair-accessible trail, and a drop dead gorgeous scenic drive. And if you want to overnight under the stars, there’s a wheelchair-accessible campsite with a raised tent platform, near a shower house with a roll-in shower in the Basin Campground. Enjoy the dark night sky in this remote campground.
This park is particularly popular during spring and fall, when temperatures are moderate. A concessionaire offers horseback rides and other activities and services.
Grosvenor Arch is located nearby.
Main Attractions
This park is popular because of its outstanding scenery. It is a great place to camp, hike and ride horses.
Location
Located near the town of Cannonville, about 300 miles south of Salt Lake City. It is about 9 miles south of Highway 12. From Cannonville, follow the signs.
Facilities
Visitor Center
Modern campground
Group camping areas
Modern restrooms
Showers
Picnic areas
RV dump station
Hiking/biking trails
Equestrian trails
