Hiking Trails & Parks in Escalante, Utah
63 hiking & walking trails and 15parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Escalante, located in Garfield County, Utah. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Escalante, Utah
Escalante offers 63 mapped hiking trails and 15 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Garfield County, Utah, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Garfield County overview, all Garfield County trails, or statewide Utah list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Yes — we have 63 mapped hiking and walking trails in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Cosmic Ashtray Trail near Escalante is rated hard — the toughest classification among Escalante, Garfield County, Utah's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah for families?
BBig Horn Viewpoint Trail near Escalante is one of the best family picks in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Each of the 63 trails in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Escalante, Garfield County, Utah has 15 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (5 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Yes — 2 of Escalante, Garfield County, Utah's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is POSEY LAKE CAMPGROUND with 23 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Escalante, Garfield County, Utah?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Garfield County for more options beyond Escalante, Garfield County, Utah.
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