A WHOLE COUNTRY OF REASONS TO GO

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

Utah
Layers of canyon-country wonder
Scenic header: The Teton Range in the fall. · NPS Photo/Tobiason · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

Layers of canyon-country wonder

Cliffs, plateaus and canyons reveal an immense landscape of geology, paleontology and human history. Begin with a visitor center and choose one district rather than trying to cover the whole monument.

What to explore

  • Escalante-area interpretation
  • Grand Staircase landscapes
  • Designated public trails

Before you go

Unpaved roads and slot canyons require specific condition checks. Do not assume a scenic backroad is suitable for a standard car or coach.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.