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welcome

Utahcanyons is for the true canyon adventurer.
Here you will find all the information you'll need to get out into the Canyons of the Escalante. Good reliable local knowledge and any services or equipment you may need for a safe and satisfying adventure..

the canyons

Flowing over 80 miles from the town of Escalante southeast to Lake Powell, the Escalante drainage is the premiere canyon playground.

escalante canyons la luz photography
"reflection" ©La Luz photography studio

The canyons section describes the geography of the place, the Escalante River and over 40 major tributaries complete with information about weather, wildlife, geology, paleontology, archaeology and history.

hike

The Escalante River drainage is a hiker's paradise.
Adventures and explorations on foot are what the canyons are all about. In the hike section, find out what you need to know for a really cool day hike or a backpacking adventure. Included are descriptions of selected day hikes and overnighters.

roads

Getting there is half the fun.
The back roads that traverse the area are notoriously rugged; however, some are much better than others. The roads section gives highlights and conditions of all the major roads that access the canyons, updated often as warranted.

books & maps

Nowhere to go? Know where to go.
We offer a complete line of the best guide books, maps and custom topos of the Escalante area. Whether driving, day hiking or planning that epic backpacking adventure we have the right publications available in the books/maps section. All orders are sent Priority Mail through the US Postal Service and include an array of local brochures, Park Service and BLM information brochures and maps, and local information... an added bonus FREE with every order.

featured book

"Heart of the Desert Wild - Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument"

The striking photos and informative text of this large format book digs deep into this areas beauty and meaning.  A perfect introduction to this monuments riches of geology, paleontology and history. $20.00 
Order It now!


featured guide book

"Hiking the Escalante"  by Rudi Lambrechtse.    
The classic guide to hikes off  Hole in the Rock Road, Hells Backbone Road, The Burr Trail and even up in Dixie National Forest when the canyons get too hot.  Handy mileage maps and a great value at $16.00  Order it now!
backpack • camp • rock tour

Enjoy the stars.
Nothing beats sleeping out under the stars, but there are some important things to consider. In the camp section we'll outline all the rules whether you are car camping or backcountry camping, and provide some local tips, letting you in on some of our favorite places to camp. More...

services

Need a shower? What about food, gear or lodging? In the services section we'll give you a list of our recommended local services and outfitters in Escalante, links to those businesses and inside information to help you make the right decision. More...

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Come on in meet Mark & Vicki owners Utah Canyons Store Escalante.  " We are here to provide the information, guide and shuttle services and desert tested equipment needed for your memorable desert wilderness adventure."

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