Camping
Escalante camping near Grand Staircase National Monument Utah is an affordable and fun lodging option for all. Discover backcountry campsites in the Escalante Canyons, as well as developed campgrounds around the monument.
- Permits are required for dispersed camping and backpacking – available free from Visitor Centers
- There are two developed campgrounds within the monument: Calf Creek and Deer Creek
Where can I camp within Grand Staircase National Monument?
There are 2 developed campgrounds (Calf Creek and Deer Creek) within the monument, as well as a handful of primitive and backcountry campsites. You will need a free backcountry permit if you plan to enjoy dispersed or backcountry campsites. These are easily acquired at a visitor center. Call the main visitor center at 435-826-5499 for questions on permits and reservations. Here is more information on the two developed campgrounds within the monument:
Calf Creek Campground
- 15 miles east of Escalante on Hwy 12
- 13 tent and RV sites
- Flush toilets and drinking water
- Open all year round
- $7 per night
Deer Creek Campground
- 6 miles east of Boulder on Burr Trail
- 7 sites
- Flush toilets and showers
- Open all year round
- $4 per night
Where else can I camp in the area?
There are a number of other nearby campgrounds that you might enjoy. Check out some of the following options:
Witehouse Campground
- Off Hwy 89 near Paria Canyon, 43 miles east of Kanab
- No water or trash service
- $5 per night
Kodachrome Basin State Park Campground
- South of Henrieville on Cottonwood Road
- 24 sites/ 6 cabins
- Hot showers and flush toilets
- $16-$32 per night, $6 for day use
- Reservations call 1-800-322-3770
Wide Hollow Campground (at Escalante Petrified Forest State Park)
- One mile west of Escalante
- $16 per night, $6 for day use
- Reservations call 435-826-4466
Pine Lake
- 11 miles NE on FS Rd 16
- 33 campsites and RV sites
- Drinking water and flush toilets
- Open mid-May to mid-September
- $13 per night
- Reservations call 435-826-5400
- Close to Bryce Canyon
Pleasant Creek
- 22 miles SE on Hwy 12
- 16 tent and RV sites
- Drinking water and flush toilets
- Open Memorial Day to mid September
- $9 per night
- Reservations not required
