ESCALANTE, Utah, sits at the edge of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, where red rock canyons and petrified forests draw adventurers from around the world. With 23 RV parks in the area, campers can choose from riverside spots to desert hideaways just minutes from trailheads. This is your basecamp for slot canyons, hoodoos, and star-filled skies.
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ESCALANTE is a gateway to some of Utah's most dramatic landscapes. The town borders Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, where hikers explore slot canyons like Peek-a-Boo and Spooky Gulch. Escalante Petrified Forest State Park offers a .75-mile loop trail past 100-million-year-old wood turned to stone, while Lower Calf Creek Falls rewards with a 126-foot waterfall at the trail's end.
The RV parks here cater to every style of traveler. Escalante Grand Resort offers full hookups and Wi-Fi for those who want comfort after a day on the trails. Lake View Campground in Escalante State Park puts you steps from the lake and hiking paths for $30-$100 nightly. Canyons of Escalante RV Park provides laundry and showers for longer stays, while Triple S RV Park offers a no-frills spot for budget-conscious explorers.
ESCALANTE is known as the gateway to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and its world-class slot canyons. The town sits near Escalante Petrified Forest State Park, where visitors can see 100-million-year-old wood turned to stone. Outdoor enthusiasts come for hiking, canyoneering, and photography in the surrounding red rock wilderness.
ESCALANTE has 23 RV parks within a short drive of downtown. Popular options include Escalante Grand Resort with full hookups from $51-$75 nightly, and Lake View Campground at Escalante State Park with sites from $30-$100. Canyons of Escalante RV Park offers laundry and showers for $39-$90 per night.
Most RV parks in ESCALANTE welcome pets, though policies vary by location. Escalante Grand Resort and Canyons of Escalante RV Park both allow dogs with leash requirements. Always check specific park rules before booking, and bring waste bags as many trailheads require pets to be leashed in the national monument.