Peek-a-boo Gulch - Hike near Escalante, Utah
Kane County, UT, USA,Escalante,Utah
37.47673467302832, -111.22023372261131
29.1 miles SE of Escalante, Utah
Address: Kane County, UT, USA
GPS: 37°28'36.2"N 111°13'12.8"W
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State: Utah
Trails/Routes: 3.7 mi

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Peek-a-boo Gulch is located in the scenic Grand Staircase National Monument near Escalante, Utah and adjacent to Spooky Gulch. It is not to be confused with Red Slot Canyon AKA Peekaboo. These two slot canyon hikes are usually hiked together as a loop that totals in about 3.5 miles. The trail is not really long but it is a fun area to explore. It is a great hike for any skill level and for families to explore a place that has so much natural beauty. There are a few areas where there is stagnant water that can usually be avoided if hikers do not want to get wet. Just in case, make sure to bring extra clothes or shoes in case any slips happen or you don't mind getting wet after all. 

Peek-a-boo Gulch was named for the rock formations in the slot canyons that hikers can see through to the other side. It is one of the many natural wonders that exist in the State of Utah that is a must see for any avid slot canyon hiker. Be advised, as with any slot canyon, to be aware of local weather patterns before hiking to avoid any flash floods, which can be very dangerous and fatal if you find yourself caught in one. The best time of year to hike Peek-a-boo Gulch is from May to September.

Any avid hiker will not want to miss this incredible hike in beautiful Southern Utah. This slot canyon is much less crowded than many of the slot canyons in the State and is one you can enjoy with the whole family!

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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Escalante, Utah

  1. Head east on UT-12 E/W Main St toward S Center St
    Continue to follow UT-12 E
    (5.0 mi)
  2. Turn right onto BLM200/Hole in the Rock Rd (26.0 mi)
  3. Slight left onto Bureau of Land Management 252 (1.7 mi)
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There is a large sign board map at the trailhead. From there the trail goes West for almost 3 miles before merging onto a larger trail. Go left (North) on this trail. From there, it's just under a mile to the cave.

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Trails

Distance ?

3.7 miles

Real Ascent ?

693 feet

Real Descent ?

693 feet

Grade (-25° to 16°)

-47% to 29%

Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.

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