Fruita, CO
McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area
McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area on Open Canyon: 2 campgrounds and 5 trailheads, with reservation details for each. Set a cancellation alert.
McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area is one of BLM Colorado's premiere desert recreation areas. Hikers will be stunned by the red-rock cliffs of Black Ridge Canyons Wilderness while the Ruby-Horsethief River Corridor offers Class I and II flatwater boating nearby. The area also offers mountain biking at Mack Ridge/Kokopelli and off-highway vehicle trails in Rabbit Valley. The Trail Through Time, adjacent to an active dinosaur quarry, provides visitors a chance to learn about fossils and paleontological finds in the area. Find outstanding hiking and horseback riding at Devil's Canyon and Pollock Bench trailheads off of Kingsview Road outside of Fruita. To learn more, visit McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.
Park · Near Fruita, CO
Experiences
Camping
Explore 2 camping locations in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.
Experiences
Hikes
Explore 5 hikes locations in McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.
Common Questions
What visitors most often want to know about McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.
Do I need a permit to visit McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area?
No permit is required to visit McInnis Canyons. The area is open to the public for hiking, camping, boating, mountain biking, and other recreation activities.
What camping options are available at McInnis Canyons?
McInnis Canyons has two campgrounds: Jouflas Campground and Rabbit Valley Campground. Both provide base camps for exploring the area's trails and recreation opportunities.
What kind of hiking and outdoor activities can I do here?
McInnis Canyons offers hiking at multiple trailheads including Devils Canyon, Hawkeye, McDonald Creek, and Rabbits Ear, as well as horseback riding, mountain biking, off-highway vehicle trails, and flatwater boating on the Ruby-Horsethief River. The Trail Through Time, adjacent to an active dinosaur quarry, provides opportunities to learn about fossils and paleontological finds in the area.
Where is McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area located?
McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area is located in Colorado near Fruita. It is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
Are there trailheads I can access without camping overnight?
Yes, McInnis Canyons has five trailheads—Devils Canyon, Hawkeye, McDonald Creek, Rabbits Ear, and access to Wildhorse Mesa—available for day-use hiking and exploration. You do not need to stay at a campground to use these trailheads.