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Grand Staircase Escalante
Burr Trail
66 Miles One-Way
The trail heads east from HWY 12 at Boulder to HWY 276. The trail is paved up to the monuments and will turn to dirt.
To reach the trailhead you will have to hike in 7.5 miles from the Escalante River trailhead. The trail takes you through a thick vegetated canyon that will require long stretches of wading through the creek.
Escalante River Trailhead
30 Miles RT
The trailhead is 15 miles east of the town of Escalante on the left side of the road just after the highway crosses the river. This trail stretches from the HWY 12 bridge to the town of Escalante, passing Anazi Ruins, pictographs, natural bridges, and arches. There are several stream crossings so wear appropriate shoes.
Lower Calf Creek Falls
5.5 Miles RT
The trail begins at Calf Creek Campground 16 miles east of Escalante on HWY 12, and heads up Calf Creek. Anazi Ruins and pictographs can be seen along this easy hike. There is a day use fee of $2.00.
Petrified Forest Nature Trail
1 mile Loop
The trail is located at Escalante Park .75 mile west of Escalante on UT-12. There is a Day-Use fee.
Upper Calf Creek Falls
2.4 miles RT
Directions-20 miles east of Escalante or 10 miles west of Boulder. The turnoff is onto a dirt road between milepost 81 & 82 on the west side of HWY-12. The road ends after .25 mile
Description-This short hike takes you uphill to some waterfalls along the creek.
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