Recapture Canyon, Archaeological canyon east of Blanding, Utah, United States.
The canyon extends along Recapture Creek, a tributary of the San Juan River, featuring ancient cliff dwellings and numerous archaeological sites throughout its length.
Between 1150 and 1300 AD, Ancestral Puebloan communities constructed multiple residential structures and storage facilities within the canyon's natural shelters.
The canyon holds archaeological evidence of continuous human habitation spanning 2000 years, including pit houses, burial grounds, and artifacts from ancient civilizations.
Visitors can access the canyon through a designated trail starting northeast of Recapture Dam, completing an 11.2-mile round trip with 573 feet elevation gain.
The Bureau of Land Management closed the canyon to motorized vehicles in 2007 following damage to archaeological sites valued at over 300,000 dollars.
GPS coordinates: 37.58333,-109.42500
Latest update: May 9, 2025 20:50
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