Escalante Mountains
Utah
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 11,522 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
37.9319, -111.8571
About Escalante Mountains
The Escalante Mountains are a rugged and remote mountain range located in south-central Utah. Spanning an area of over 2,000 square miles, the range is characterized by deep canyons, towering sandstone cliffs, and vast high-elevation plateaus. The landscape is shaped by millions of years of geological uplift and erosion, resulting in a maze of narrow slot canyons, arches, and hoodoos. The area is known for its stunning desert scenery, with a diverse array of plant and animal life adapted to the arid climate. Elevations range from around 5,000 feet in the canyons to over 11,000 feet on the highest peaks.
Notable Peaks
Navajo Mountain
10,388 ft
Mount Ellen
11,522 ft
Mount Hillers
10,723 ft
Mount Pennell
11,019 ft
Mount Hillers
10,723 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.
