Escalante and Bryce Canyon: Glamping, Hiking, and Trip Planning

Escalante has become one of my favorite places in all of Utah with so many gems tucked away down Hole in the Rock road. Save this for an Escalante and Bryce Canyon Trip planning guide 📝. Where to Stay: @stayyonder - yonder Escalante This glamping resort is literally my stay dream come true. Have stayed twice and will be sure to return each time I pass through the area. Whether you’re road tripping and camping, or being a tourist and staying in hotels along your journey, Yonder has you covered. Their spa-like bathroom facilities are gorgeously designed with outdoor rain shower options, dyson blow dryers, and the kind of lighting we dream of in real life. If the weather is poor, there is an indoor shower option as well. Accommodations are in Cabins (these are my fav), air streams and tent or RV sites with hookups. Be sure to check their drive in movie schedule and catch a movie in vintage vehicles with antique radio hookups. They show classic movies the whole family will love. Its the kind of stay that is not just a room, it’ll build memories that only add to your trip and your photo souvenirs. Where to Eat: Escalante Outfitters - 🍕 Pizza is awesome 😎. If you forgot any gear they’ve got you covered and they give great tips on the area. 
Hiking safety tips: 1. ALWAYS download the @alltrails maps for hikes you’re doing in the desert 🏜. Its easy to get off trail. 2. Check the weather! Do not 🚫 go if there is rain! Desert areas are prone to flash floods. 3. Pack ample water and sunscreen 4. Bring the 10 essentials including food/ snacks. Salt to keep from bonking 5. For slot canyons, bring your smallest bag 6. Pre-plan and know what you’re getting into Escalante Easier Hikes: 1. Zebra canyon 2. Spooky/ Peekaboo canyons 3. Lower calf creek falls (6m) Deeper/ Harder Escalante Hikes: 1. Coyote Gulch (various routes anywhere from 5 miles to 33 miles and backpacking) 2. Cosmic Ash Tray -8 miles 3. Reflection canyon - 15 miles (can be day hiked or backpacked). Bryce Canyon Easier Hikes: 1. Mossy Cave .8 miles 3. Bristlecone Loop 1 mile 4. Queens Garden 1.8 miles Enjoy and please practice leave no trace and be safe out there!