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Grand Staircase-Escalante — Utah, USA

Grand Staircase-Escalante

1.8 million acres of slot canyons, plateau desert, and cottonwood-shaded creeks between Bryce and Glen Canyon.

Where on earth

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Region
Utah, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Slickrock desert (1,400–2,700 m)
Best season
March – May, September – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Slickrock desert (1,400–2,700 m)
  • Best season: March – May, September – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

1.8 million acres of slot canyons, plateau desert, and cottonwood-shaded creeks between Bryce and Glen Canyon.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: March – May, September – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Slickrock desert (1,400–2,700 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Slickrock desert (1,400–2,700 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01