Grandstaff Canyon, Natural canyon trail near Moab, United States.

Grandstaff Canyon is a red rock gorge near Moab carved by a year-round stream that runs through its length. The trail climbs gently toward a massive natural stone arch with a wide span that rises above a pool of water.

A Black rancher used this canyon for cattle in the 1870s before leaving the area due to difficult circumstances. His story and contribution to the region were later honored through the naming of the place after him.

The canyon honors an African-American pioneer who settled and raised livestock here during the 1800s, reflecting the diverse stories of the frontier era. Visitors can walk through a place that remembers and celebrates this heritage.

The trailhead offers parking and basic restroom facilities for visitors heading out. The walk takes about four hours round trip and involves moderate climbing, so bring plenty of water and wear sturdy shoes.

Morning Glory Natural Bridge, about 2.5 miles (4.0 km) from the trailhead, has a span of 943 feet (287 m). The canyon stream empties directly into the Colorado River within Moab Canyon. The canyon was called Negro Bill Canyon until 2017, when the U.S. Board on Geographic Names renamed it Grandstaff Canyon.