Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument
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Hatch, Utah
Keyhole Arch
1.88 mi / 630 ft gainKeyhole Arch is a hidden gem tucked away in the dramatic sandstone landscape of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in southern Utah. Named for its unique keyhole-shaped opening in a sandstone fin, this photogenic natural arch offers a short but rewarding off-the-beaten-path adventure wit...Read more -
Kane County, Utah
Broken Bow Arch
4.76.28 mi / 732 ft gainThe trailhead starts at the Willow Gulch Trailhead, located just off of Hole in the Rock Road in the Grand Staircase -Escalante National Monument. The coordinates for the trailhead are 37.324812,-111.023019. To get there head east on highway 12 out of Escalante, Utah until you get to Hole in the ...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Buckskin Gulch: Wire Pass to White House Trail
20.92 mi / 1552 ft gainBuckskin Gulch to White House Trail is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near Kanab, Utah.Read more -
Kanab, Utah
The Wave via Coyote Buttes North
5.05.41 mi / 755 ft gainThe hike to the Wave is 2.5 miles (one-way). When you arrive, take in the sandstone showing incredible striations of red, orange, pink, yellow, and beige. Please note that this adventure is only accessible by obtaining a permit. Only 20 visitors are allowed access per day with 10 permits given on...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Wire Pass Slot Canyon
4.63.75 mi / 325 ft gainWire Pass is a hike through a scenic slot canyon that is often overlooked due to its close proximity to the very famous Wave. Unlike the "Wave" a permit is not required to make the hike, only a day use fee at the trailhead. Be sure to check local weather for rainfall and please do not go on this ...Read more -
Kanab, Utah
Buckskin Gulch: Wire Pass to Buckskin Gulch Overlook
4.65.67 mi / 358 ft gainBuckskin Gulch is a natural wonder. At 15 miles long for the canyon it is the longest slot canyon in the world. It sometimes is as narrow as 2ft. Because of the nature of this canyon and Utah topography this canyon is subject to deadly flash flood if it rains anywhere along the headwaters. Be sur...Read more -
Marble Canyon, Arizona
White Pocket
5.01.56 mi / 125 ft gainWhite Pocket is extremely difficult to access due to the road leading to it. There are sections with very deep, soft sand going uphill! You must have a high clearance 4WD vehicle and air down your tires to have any hope of making it here. Do not take this lightly, a tow bill will cost you a minim...Read more -
Kane County, Utah
Hike and Swim through Labyrinth Canyon
3.04 mi / 500 ft gainThis hike is a perfect day activity from boating/houseboating/camping Lake Powell. We were houseboating by Gunsight/Cookie Jar Buttes and boated across the bay to Labyrinth Bay. We jumped out when the canyon became too narrow for the ski boat and swam the slot canyon. Wear your life jacket. I ha...Read more -
Page, Arizona
Hike the Glen Canyon Dam Overlook
5.00.11 mi / 124 ft gainThe Glen Canyon Dam separates the Colorado River from Lake Powell. The terrain on this hike is uneven and rocky. The overlook is located on Scenic View Drive off of highway 89. Glen Canyon Dam is located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.Read more -
Kane County, Utah
Day Hike Crack-in-the-Wall to Jacob Hamblin Arch in Coyote Gulch
5.011 mi / 2000 ft gainDrive to Hole in the Rock Road outside of Escalante UT. Drive SE down the all-dirt Hole in the Rock Road for 36 miles to a signed turn off on your left. The road can be sandy and bumpy from here, so consider the car you're using. Travel NE for 7 miles to the 40 Mile Ridge TH. From Here, follow a ...Read more -
Kane County, Utah
Sunrise Arch
The trailhead starts at Coyote Gulch Trailhead in the Grand Staircase - Escalante National Monument. There is actually no trail to the arches but they are pretty easy to find and even easier with a GPS. The coordinates are Sunrise Arch = 37.382214,-111.04838 and Sunset Arch = 37.38191,-111.048397...Read more -
Page, Arizona
Hiking the Ropes Trail in Page Arizona
5.0The Ropes Trail is an old hiking trail below Glen Canyon Dam that has long since been abandoned by the park service. It is also one of the few trails that leads down the steep walls into the canyon. Let me say that again, it's steep. Getting there Take Highway 89 from Page going north and take th...Read more -
Page, Arizona
Hanging Garden
4.01.56 mi / 138 ft gainThe alcove hosting the Hanging Garden is filled with abundant plant life, somewhat of a desert oasis. The view to the north of Hanging Garden is amazing - featuring distant landmarks of the Wahweap area. Watch for poison ivy! The trailhead is on the east side of the Glen Canyon Dam a little over...Read more -
Marble Canyon, Arizona
Buckskin Mountain Passage via Stateline Campground
7.96 mi / 1319 ft gainDepending how you approach this 800 mile trail, I did the first 4 miles or last 4 miles as an out and back from Stateline Campground on the Utah/Arizona state line and the border of Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. This section of the trail does not pass through Vermilion Cliffs N.M. b...Read more -
Hatch, Utah
Bike Thunder Mountain Trail
4.08 mi / 1123 ft gainThunder Mountain Trail is one that should be on every mountain bikers bucket list. It's located just outside of Bryce Canyon National Park and passes through hoodoos, classic Bryce Canyon topography and epic views to the west. For the first 2.5 miles, the trail meanders back and forth with littl...Read more -
Page, Arizona
Hike the Page Mesa Trail
3.013.2 mi / 800 ft gainThe best way to loop is counter-clockwise, to avoid unnecessary uphill distance. The trail features wonderful wildflowers in the spring, and is open year round. The Page Mesa Trail typically takes between 1 and 3 hours to hike. The trail is also a fabulous location for mountain biking and is dog ...Read more
