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When visitors come to Escalante, hiking is usually the recreational activity in which the engage the most. Nearby Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is the area’s top hiking option, boasting trails through collections of wondrous rock formations of every shape and size and slot canyons such as Peek-a-boo Gulch and Spooky Gulch. One of the most popular trails is Calf Creek Falls, located 16 miles up Scenic Byway 12 from the town of Escalante, Utah. The six-mile round trip hike ends at a 126-foot waterfall that empties into a large pool. A hiking guide that describes the trail’s flora, fauna, rock art and historical points of interest is available at the trailhead. If you are seeking an exciting hiking adventure, Escalante, Utah is the place to go.
If you want a nice place to stay during your Escalante hiking trip, choose Slot Canyons Inn. When you stay with us, you can also do a little hiking right on our 160-acre property to see a two-tiered waterfall, Indian ruins and petroglyphs. We offer eight suites and a restored historic cabin that feature amenities such as fireplaces, jetted tubs, patios, TVs, DVD players and comfortable king and queen-sized beds. We offer daily, fresh breakfast so you can eat a good meal before venturing out on your Escalante hiking adventures.
Another hiking option that is very close to our bed and breakfast is Escalante State Park. It features hiking trails appropriate for the entire family. Escalante State Park’s short, easy hiking trails meander through dinosaur fossils and colorful petrified wood samples. The park also features a visitor center and displays of Fremont Indian artifacts and petroglyphs. In addition to hiking, the park offers boating, swimming and fishing at Wide Hollow Reservoir. Whether you want to go near or far from your accommodations at Slot Canyons Inn, your Escalante hiking trip will have many options!
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