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There is something uniquely beautiful about Utah’s Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. This remote area is one of those places that encourage travelers to occasionally travel off the well-worn path. This is one of those noteworthy travel destinations that does not always rate high on anyone’s bucket list but is certainly worth inclusion.
For those not in the know, President Bill Clinton declared this place an official national monument in 1996 via an actual Presidential Proclamation. It is called Grand Staircase-Escalante because it is home to a number of plateaus, including the 9000-foot tall Kaiparowits plateau, which descends from popular Bryce Canyon National Park south to the world-famous Grand Canyon. You can explore the various canyons of the Escalante via different drives and stunning slot canyons as well. To help you update your travel bucket list then, we now present this list of exciting things to do in Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument.
Exciting Things To Do In Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument
Some Scenic Drives
1. Cruise Highway 12
Why not enjoy a scenic drive on your way to Grand Staircase? Cruise beautiful Hwy 12. Be prepared for multiple stops. Because as you drive down this highway, remember that there are a number of different great viewpoints where you can stop and take in the views.
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