Hiking in Kanab: Walk and photograph scenic Yellow Rock in the Grand Staircase

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Highlights

  • Stunning views of the Grand Staircase and Vermillion Cliffs
  • Colorful canyon country of southern Utah
  • Massive Navajo sandstone dome with swirling colors
  • Clear views of Castle Rock, No Man's Mesa, and Hackberry Canyon
  • One of the best photographic locations in the Grand Staircase-Escalante

Meeting Point

Please meet us at Kane County Visitor Center

Meeting point

78 S 100 E, Kanab, UT 84741 , United States

End point

End Point

Please meet us at Kane County Visitor Center

Meeting point

78 S 100 E, Kanab, UT 84741 , United States

End point

What to expect

A trip to Yellow Rock offers more colors than Baskin Robbins on it's massive Navajo sandstone dome. Arriving at the top offers the best viewing into southern Utah and northern Arizona. 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. Larger than 5 football fields and shapes similar to Checkerboard mesa in Zion park but with yellow, orange, white red and mauve swirling together like a massive ice cream machine. Clear views of Castle Rock, No Man's Mesa and Hack berry Canyon. This is one of the best photographic locations in the Grand Staircase-Escalante. There is no trail on the top just wandering around shooting unbelievable geology. Tour time is 7-8 hours and you should be fit for this hike!
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Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

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Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument

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Yellow Rock Trail

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Subject to favorable weather conditions.
Provided by Grand Circle Tours-AZ

What our experts say

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    Bring a camera for stunning views
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    Pack sunscreen; it can be hot
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    Consider visiting nearby Zion Park
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    Wear sturdy hiking boots for grip
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    Enjoy lunch at the scenic viewpoint

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