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North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch

Boulder, Utah · Garfield County

Much of the area is characterized by plateaus or benches and canyons. The Escalante River has cut a deep, winding canyon from west to east.The area is large and geographically complex. It is associated with a section of the Escalante River Canyon between the Glen Canyon NRA and the highway between Boulder and Escalante…

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About North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch

Much of the area is characterized by plateaus or benches and canyons. The Escalante River has cut a deep, winding canyon from west to east.The area is large and geographically complex. It is associated with a section of the Escalante River Canyon between the Glen Canyon NRA and the highway between Boulder and Escalante, Utah. This area has some of the most outstanding scenery in the country. East of Horse Canyon in the eastern portion of the area, canyons draining to Horse Canyon through the Circle Cliffs escarpment have created a unique canyon and bench system.Wolverine Canyon and Little Death Hollow possess extremely narrow and convoluted sections, but the most distinctive topographic feature is the surface of the benches.

Plan Your Visit to North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch

Heading to North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch?

No central reservation system listed for North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/16280) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch?

Located in eastern Garfield County, about 5 miles east of Escalante, Utah.

How do I contact North Escalante Canyons/The Gulch?

You can reach the park at phone: 435-644-1200 or email: escalante_interagency@blm.gov .