Bring a small cooler to keep drinks and food cold. Don't forget hats, sunglasses with a leash, sunscreen and bug repellent, depending on the time of year. Cameras, binoculars and books can be kept dry in zip-lock bags, dry bags, or hard shell waterproof cases, available from any outfitter. Suggested planning and packing list . If you would like to explore the canyons by canoe, consider a three to seven day trip down Labyrinth or Stillwater Canyons on the Green River .
Opportunities are plentiful for birding, day hiking and inspecting ancient ruins and rock art.
The flatwater nature of these trips makes them appropriate for paddlers of all abilities. Campsites range from shady oak groves to wide sandbars and beaches. A little forethought will allow you to pack and carry all your camping gear easily in your canoe. For those canoeists with Class II whitewater experience, the San Juan River offers not only fun rapids but also some of the richest archeological sites found in Utah. Trips last from two to six days.