Poison Spring Canyon, south of Hanksville, is one of the few places with road access to the Dirty Devil River in its nearly 80-mile journey from Hanksville to Lake Powell and the Colorado River. The canyon, likely because of its access to the river, has a rich history. Pictographs and petroglyphs are evidence of ancient peoples traversing the canyon, will historic signatures from cattlemen attest to more recent history. The area was even the scene of fairly extensive mining exploration in the 1970s, which was responsible for many roads in the area.

Today, taking a drive down Poison Spring Canyon is a treat! The stunning canyon has much to see and do, and is quite dramatic. I've visited many times over the years, and seem to always forget just how pretty it is.

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