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Escalante Petrified Forest State Park

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710 N Reservoir Rd

Escalante, UT 84726

+1 (435) 826-4466

http://stateparks.utah.gov

Escalante Petrified Forest State Park in Escalante, UT offers visitors the opportunity to camp along the shores of Wide Hollow Reservoir, rent canoes for paddling on clear waters, and hike through the park's nature trails. The park is known for its petrified wood and stunning natural scenery, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

With a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking, Escalante Petrified Forest State Park provides a serene and picturesque setting for visitors to relax and explore the beauty of southern Utah. Whether camping under the night sky or enjoying a leisurely paddle on the reservoir, this state park offers a unique experience for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the great outdoors.

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Jennifer M.

11/4/2025

This is a small park near Escalante, Utah and worth a visit if you're in the area and want to go on a very unique hike. The park doesn't have a lot of amenities, some restrooms. A trail. No...

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Valkyrie S.

1/6/2026

An absolutely phenomenal, underrated trail. Dog friendly, somewhat strenuous but very worth it. Once you're to the top the trail splits to Sleeping Rainbows. After a minute down that path the...

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Dawn R.

6/21/2025

A nice 1.68 Petrified loop. Very well maintained and great history to view. A very nice hike indeed.

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Stefanie S.

5/9/2025

I stayed in my RV at site 49 at Escalante Petrified Forest State Park and had a great experience. The site was fairly level, easy to back into, and surprisingly spacious with an incredible view of...

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Sharon B.

6/30/2024

We went here to take a look at the petrified wood. I believe it was$10/vehicle for entry. They had a small but nice visitor center with flushing toilet restrooms. There is a short hike uphill...

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