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National monument in Utah, United States
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Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is a United States national monument that is managed by the Bureau of Land Management in the state of Utah. If you like slickrock and slot canyons, this is the place to go. At 1 million acres, the monument encompasses a seemingly limitless number of destinations, although there are only a few roads that will take you to any of them. The Monument lies between Bryce Canyon in the west, and Capital Reef and Glen Canyon National Recreation Area to the east.
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An easy introduction to canyoneering.
An easy 5.5-mile round trip hike to an impressive waterfall.
Ends at an impressive trail that Mormon pioneers in the 1800s carved out of the cliffs in an effort to cross the Colorado River.
An easy introduction to canyoneering. Lick Wash can get slippery if wet due to the clay.
An easy introduction to cantoneering. A small stream run through Willis Creek.
Although a little more difficult slot canyon, most athletic people can handle this one. Do take a rope for emergencies. Ice cold water can accumulate in various spots in the canyon in the winter. Bull Valley Gorge can be connected to Willis Creek via Sheep Creek for a long day hike or an overnight backpack.
An easy stroll through a river.
Fly into Las Vegas, Salt Lake City or Phoenix and rent a car. From Las Vegas take Interstate 15 North or from Salt Lake City take Interstate 15 South.
Read in the guideThere are only two paved roads that travel the width of the monument, Highway 89 to the south and Highway 12 to the north.
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