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Hanksville
Use Hanksville as a fuel-and-food stop between Capitol Reef, Goblin Valley and Canyonlands: one night or a lunch break, not a base.
Hanksville is a 200-person town at the junction of Utah SR-24 and SR-95, about 45 miles east of Capitol Reef National Park and 19 miles south of Goblin Valley State Park. Its economy runs on agriculture, mining and the tourist traffic between several national parks. Most travellers stop for gas, a meal or a single night before heading deeper into Canyon Country.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat), Dec–Feb (cold, some services limited)
- Airports
- Canyonlands Field (CNY) · Salt Lake City International (SLC)
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Hanksville911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Hanksville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery low crime.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCNY Canyonlands Field (Moab) (About 2 h 30 min by car via SR-24 and US-191; nearest scheduled service.
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Budget bedRV site (Duke's RV Park), a night, per roomUS$35
- Mid-range bedRV site (Duke's RV Park), a night, per roomUS$45
- High-end bedRV site (Duke's RV Park), a night, per roomUS$55
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CNY Canyonlands Field (Moab) (About 2 h 30 min by car via SR-24 and US-191; nearest scheduled service. Check seasonal flights and car availability.) · SLC Salt Lake City International (About 4 h by car via I-15 and I-70/SR-24; main gateway for a Canyon Country loop. Check winter road conditions.)
Map of Hanksville
Where it is, and the guides within about 120 km.
- Hanksville
- Basic guide
Directions in Google Maps · Apple Maps
Guides nearby
- Torrey · 62 km straight line
- Green River · 85 km straight line
- Moab · 104 km straight line
- Thompson Springs · 111 km straight line
- Salina · 119 km straight line
- Mayfield · 120 km straight line
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Nov
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Best: Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Aug (6 rain days), driest Jun (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Hanksville: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
4 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
4 rd
Mar
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
5 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
5 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
5 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Oct
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
4 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
3 rd
Dec
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
4 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. The town is tiny — walkable on foot — but all sights require driving.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Capitol Reef National Park
goDoor to door: About 1 h
SR-24 west, about 45 min
Full day for the scenic drive and hikes; enter from the east entrance.
Goblin Valley State Park
goDoor to door: About 30 min
SR-24 north 19 miles, then left onto Temple Mountain Road 5 miles, then left onto Goblin Valley Road
Half-day for the hoodoos; entry fee required.
Natural Bridges National Monument
goDoor to door: About 1.5 h
SR-95 south, about 1.5 h
Full day; three natural bridges and a 9-mile scenic drive.
Canyonlands National Park (Maze District)
cautionDoor to door: About 1.5 h
SR-24 north, turn right just before Goblin Valley turn-off to Hans Flat Ranger Station
4WD, high-clearance vehicle only; remote and requires preparation.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Along SR-24
Duke's RV Park and a few motels; all within walking distance of the junction. Book ahead in peak season.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–180 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Gas fill-up (approx. 15 gallons)1 × US$45 · check | US$45 |
| Goblin Valley entry fee (per vehicle)1 × US$20 · check | US$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$43 |
| Trip total≈ US$234 per person per day, bed included | US$468 |
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2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Gas (per gallon)check | $3.00–3.50 |
| Burger and fries at a local diner | $12–18 |
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Motel double roomcheck | $80–160 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last fuel stop for miles: fill up before leaving I-70 or after Hanksville.
- Services close early; check opening hours for restaurants and the RV park office (3–9 PM).
- Cell service is patchy; download offline maps before you arrive.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Hanksville → Capitol Reef (east entrance): about 45 min, SR-24 west
- Hanksville → Goblin Valley: about 30 min, SR-24 north then Temple Mountain Road
- Hanksville → Natural Bridges: about 1.5 h, SR-95 south
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- Do you have water? — Do you have water? (do you have water)
English is the primary language; no phrasebook needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Hanksville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat), Dec–Feb (cold, some services limited) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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