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Escalante Ranger District

The Escalante Ranger district is known for its high mountain lakes and large stands of aspen trees. The majority of the district is located on high timbered plateaus with rolling hills and open meadows. This district has many campgrounds, dispersed camping areas, gorgeous trails and views.

 

General Information

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Every day except Wednesdays. Open over the weekends until Fall.

Open unless inaccessible by snow.

Campgrounds and Cabins have fees. Fishing licenses required. There are no fees or permits for hiking, biking, horse riding or E-bikes and OHV use.

Contact Name: Escalante Interagency Visitor Center

Contact Phone: (435) 826-5499

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Biking - MountainBiking - Mountain

Biking - Mountain Info

Areas for Mountain Biking at Escalante Ranger District

  • Antimony Lake ATV Trail - #34002
  • Auger Hole Trail - #34025
  • Barker Lakes Loop
  • Beck Hollow Trail #34031
  • Birch Creek ATV Trail - #34047
  • Blue Springs Trail #34032
  • Boulder Swale ATV Trail - #34022
  • Burr Top Trail #34021
  • Canaan Peak - #34005
  • Chriss Lake Trail - #34016
  • Deer Creek Lake Trail - #34015 & 34048
  • Dougherty Basin Trail - #34035
  • East Boulder Creek Trail - #34019
  • Grass Lake ATV Trail - #34046
  • Great Western ATV Trail - #34001A
  • Great Western Trail #34001.1 Cameron Wash Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.2 Sweetwater Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.3 Horse Creek Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.4 Griffin Top Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.5 Barker Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.6 Pine Creek Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.7 McGath Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.8 Bear Creek Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.9 Deer Creek Section
  • Griffin Point Trail - #34038
  • Griffin Spur - #34037
  • Halls Creek Trail - #34039
  • Hog Ranch Trail - #34030
  • Island in the Sky Trail - #34033
  • Jubilee Trail - #34024
  • Long & Round Willow Bottom Loop - #34001.5 & 34036
  • Long Neck Trail - #34017
  • Pacer Lake ATV Trail - #34004
  • Pine Lake ATV Trail - #34008
  • Pine Lake Recreation Area
  • Poison Creek ATV Trail - #34003
  • Posey Spur Trail - #34028
  • Powell Point Trail - #34006
  • Rogers Peak Trail - #34023
  • The Gap - #34034
  • Trail Point - #34020
  • Under the Point Trail - #34051
  • Varney Griffin Trail - #34029
  • West Fork Trail - #34026
  • White Creek Trail - #34040

Day HikesDay HikesBackpackingBackpacking

Day Hikes Info

Areas for Day Hiking at Escalante Ranger District

Backpacking Info

Areas for Backpacking at Escalante Ranger District

Horseback RidingHorseback RidingHorse CampingHorse Camping

Horseback Riding Info

Areas for Horse Riding at Escalante Ranger District

Horse Camping Info

Areas for Horse Camping at Escalante Ranger District

  • Antimony Lake ATV Trail - #34002
  • Birch Creek ATV Trail - #34047
  • Great Western ATV Trail - #34001A

Visitor CentersVisitor CentersViewing SceneryViewing Scenery

Visitor Centers Info

Areas for Visitor Centers at Escalante Ranger District

Viewing Scenery Info

Areas for Viewing Scenery at Escalante Ranger District

Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream
Fishing - Lake & PondFishing - Lake & Pond

Fishing - River/Stream Info

Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Escalante Ranger District

Fishing - Lake & Pond Info

Areas for Lake and Pond Fishing at Escalante Ranger District

Boating - Non-MotorizedBoating - Non-Motorized

Boating - Non-Motorized Info

Areas for Boating - Non-Motorized at Escalante Ranger District

Picnicking - SinglePicnicking - SinglePicnicking - GroupsPicnicking - Groups

Picnicking - Single Info

Areas for Picnicking at Escalante Ranger District

Driving RoutesDriving Routes

Driving Routes Info

Areas for Scenic Driving at Escalante Ranger District

SnowmobilingSnowmobiling

OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding

OHV Trail Riding Info

Areas for OHV Trail Riding at Escalante Ranger District

  • Antimony Lake ATV Trail - #34002
  • Birch Creek ATV Trail - #34047
  • Boulder Swale ATV Trail - #34022
  • Grass Lake ATV Trail - #34046
  • Great Western ATV Trail - #34001A
  • Great Western Trail #34001.1 Cameron Wash Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.2 Sweetwater Section
  • Great Western Trail #34001.7 McGath Section
  • Pacer Lake ATV Trail - #34004
  • Pine Lake ATV Trail - #34008
  • Poison Creek ATV Trail - #34003


Usage:    

All OHVs must display a current OHV registration sticker when operated or transported on public lands or roads. Beginning January 1, 2023, off-highway vehicles (excluding motorcycles and snowmobiles) will require a license plate. HB180 Education Requirements. Beginning Jan. 1, 2023, Utah will require all OHV operators to complete the Utah Off-Highway Vehicle Education Course. Visit website for detailed requirements. OHV Registration & Permits - Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation. Phone: (801) 538-5500

Last updated March 9, 2026

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