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Kanab · Utah · United States
Yellow Rock Tour
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The Experience
What your day looks like
A trip to Yellow Rock offers more colors than Baskin-Robbins on its massive Navajo sandstone dome. Hiking up a 45-degree angle is not for the beginner, and one needs to be fit to attempt this all year and summer can be downright tough. This is one of the best photographic locations in the Grand Staircase-Escalante.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Vibrant Navajo sandstone with stunning colors
- Challenging hike up a steep 45degree slope is best for fit hikers
- Toptier photography spot in Grand StaircaseEscalante
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
This location is not nearly as famous or explored as our other options. Hiking to the top of Yellow Rock involves a short but steep 45 degree angle for a quarter of a mile before a large expanse of Yellow rock comes into view. Our goal is the top of the 5 football fields of sandstone but it is not required to enjoy the view. Standing on top of Yellow Rock allows us clear views of the scenic Cottonwood road which we drive down to the trail head of this hike. Other amazing views include the Cockscomb, Castle Rock, No Mans Mesa, Coyote Buttes and much more. There are no real trails to follow but we know several scenic places to stop and soak it all in. Some have compared this area to a more colorful Checkerboard Mesa in Zion National Park but the crowds don’t know this place. Random Ponderosa Pine and Utah Juniper trees add some nice variety to this seldom seen area. Drive time from Kanab is around 1.5 hours..
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Kanab
Hiking at Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
- The guide is always with customers - Pick up and drop off at the same location - Guide carries first aid and satellite communications - Bottled waters remain in the vehicle and are available at any time - Group sizes are always under 10
Not Included
- Tips
What to Bring
- Comfortable hiking shoes or boots are a good idea. Wearing new boots is not recommended as they may cause blisters - Sunscreen, lip balm, sunglasses - Long-sleeve wicking shirts work well - Headband or bandanna - Water bottles or a backpack with a water bladder (2 liters is a good size). We will refill as much as you need, but ask you to bring your own - Camera with extra batteries - Winter, Fall, and Spring tours: Weather can and does change, and being prepared is always the best plan. Carry some layers so you have options when the conditions change. Wind breakers are both light and sensitive to pack - Electrolyte powder is helpful and easy to pack - Bring your lunch - Trekking poles are great if you normally use them - Large-brimmed hat - Kleenex
Meeting & Pickup
745 US-89, Kanab, UT 84741
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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