False Kiva, Rock shelter in Canyonlands National Park, United States.

False Kiva is a rock shelter in the Island in the Sky district of Canyonlands National Park, Utah. Inside a naturally occurring alcove, a low, roughly circular wall of stacked flat sandstone rocks, reddish-brown and tan, forms an open enclosure with a break on one side. The wall rises to about knee height, and a broad overhanging rock ceiling of the same stone forms the roof.

Archaeological evidence suggests early inhabitants of the region used the site, though the purpose of the stone circle remains unclear. The modern name reflects its visual similarity to ceremonial chambers without the specific construction methods found in authentic Pueblo religious buildings.

The stone circle resembles traditional Native American ceremonial chambers, yet lacks specific architectural elements found in authentic religious structures of the region.

Reaching the shelter requires following an unmarked route involving climbing over steep sandstone slopes and careful navigation without signs or clear paths. Due to the exposed terrain and lack of shade, visitors should carry plenty of water and sun protection for the several-hour hike.

Canyonlands rangers closed the site in early August 2018 after vandalism, and entering past the stanchions violates the Archaeological Protection Act of 1979, carrying possible fines and jail time. Local guides risk losing their National Park Service permits if they lead anyone there. The trailhead is unsigned, but cairns mark the route, which needs no technical climbing gear.