Escalante

88 technical canyons and slot canyon routes

The Escalante region is famous for remote slot canyons and long approach hikes. Much of the area is within Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument. Seasonal weather and flash-flood potential are key planning factors.

88
Total Canyons
29
Beginner (1-2)
40
Intermediate (3)
19
Advanced (4+)

3-Day Weather Forecast & Flash Flood Risk for Escalante

Moderate Today Based on NOAA regional forecast
Today
2026-04-11
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69° / 51°
Rain
Flash Flood Risk: Moderate
Rain: 30% · Wind: 27 mph
Storms: 9 AM–10 AM
Tomorrow
2026-04-12
65° / 43°
Partly cloudy
Flash Flood Risk: Low
Rain: 9% · Wind: 29 mph
Day 3
2026-04-13
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58° / 43°
Drizzle
Flash Flood Risk: Low
Rain: 28% · Wind: 26 mph
Today · Tomorrow · Day 3 — Source: Open-Meteo / NOAA regional forecast data

Check the Escalante 3-day weather forecast and regional flash flood outlook before choosing a canyon. This quick overview helps canyoneers compare temperatures, rain chances, storm timing, and NOAA-based flash flood risk across the Escalante region.

Use this Escalante conditions overview as a regional planning reference for canyoneering, slot canyon trips, and weather-sensitive routes. Always verify local conditions before entering any canyon.

Areas in Escalante

All Escalante Canyons

Bad Neighbor

4A 1 rappels · 98ft max

Big Tony

4A 2 rappels · 230ft max

Brimstone Gulch

4B

Choprock (North Fork)

4B

Choprock (South Fork)

4B

Don't Do It (DDI)

4B 3 rappels · 98ft max

Headless Hen

4B 3 rappels · 39ft max

Holy Cow Canyon

4B 6 rappels · 328ft max

Little Death Hollow

4B 6 rappels

Little Scorpion Canyons

4B 2 rappels · 49ft max

Long Branch

4B 3 rappels · 66ft max

PINTAC

4B 3 rappels · 75ft max

Raven Canyon

4B 3 rappels · 66ft max

Sad Cow Disease

4B 6 rappels · 328ft max

Scorpion East

4B 1 rappels · 36ft max

Mumbai Canyon

4A 3 rappels · 89ft max

Pork Chop Canyon

4B 5 rappels · 230ft max

Upper Neon Canyon

4B 6 rappels · 525ft max

Strike 2

3A 2 rappels · 656ft max

Aardvark Canyon - North Fork

3B 5 rappels

Aardvark Canyon - South Fork

3B 2 rappels · 66ft max

Baker East Fork

3B

Baker West Fork

3B 5 rappels

Big Freaking Silo (BFS)

3A 5 rappels · 98ft max

Bishop Canyon

3B 5 rappels · 98ft max

Bown Eye

3A 5 rappels · 262ft max

Bown Star

3A 7 rappels · 230ft max

Calf Creek Falls (lower)

3C 2 rappels

Dominquez Canyon

3A 3 rappels · 105ft max

Drill Hole Canyon

3B 1 rappels · 33ft max

Egypt 1

3A 4 rappels · 49ft max

Egypt 1.5 (aka Bobo)

3B 3 rappels · 49ft max

Egypt 2

3B 2 rappels · 279ft max

Egypt 4 Canyon

3B 3 rappels · 66ft max

Egypt 5 (Lower)

3A 4 rappels · 98ft max

Egypt 5 (Upper)

3A 3 rappels · 98ft max

Frosted Flakes

3A 3 rappels · 141ft max

Little Canyon

3A 2 rappels · 66ft max

Midget Rattler

3A 3 rappels · 66ft max

Neon Canyon

3B 5 rappels · 85ft max

Red Breaks

3A 5 rappels · 26ft max

Ringtail Canyon

3B

Spencer Canyon

3B 4 rappels · 69ft max

TOD Canyon

3B 4 rappels · 85ft max

Balanced Rock Canyon

3A 2 rappels · 49ft max

Driftwood Canyon

3B 3 rappels · 66ft max

Booker

3B 4 rappels · 98ft max

Catstair

3A 1 rappels · 49ft max

Deer Creek Canyon (UT)

3A 3 rappels · 49ft max

Herm Pollock Slot

3A 3 rappels · 49ft max

Starlight

3B · 82ft max

Stone Donkey

3B · 66ft max

Dunham Slot

3A 2 rappels

Big Horn Canyon (Escalante)

2A

Calf Creek Falls (upper)

2A 3 rappels · 98ft max

Coyote Gulch

2B 1 rappels · 16ft max

Davis Gulch

2B

Egypt 3

2A

King Tut (E3 Alternate Entrance)

2A

Micro Death Hollow

2B 3 rappels · 269ft max

Peek-a-Boo Canyon

2A

Sandslide Canyon

2A 3 rappels · 66ft max

Spooky Gulch

2A

Tunnel Slot

2A

Zebra Canyon

2B

Buckskin Gulch

2B 1 rappels · 16ft max

Bull Valley Gorge

2B 3 rappels · 49ft max

Paria Canyon

2B

Round Valley Draw

2A · 16ft max

Wire Pass

2B 1 rappels · 10ft max

Dry Fork Slot

1A

Fence Canyon

1A

Endless Eden

1A

Cottonwood Narrows

1A 2 rappels · 49ft max

Lick Wash

1A

Willis Creek Narrows

1B 2 rappels

25 mile wash

1A

Big Rattlesnake Canyon

4A · 250ft max

Wingate Willie

3A

Wolverine Canyon

1A 2 rappels · 66ft max

Anasazi Canyon (restricted)

1A

Annie's (North Fork)

3A

Annie's (South Fork)

3A

Bald Rock Canyon (restricted)

1A

Cascade Canyon

3A · 141ft max

Clear Creek

2A 2 rappels · 49ft max

Lost Eden

3B

Twilight Canyon

2A

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Escalante Weather & Flash Flood FAQ

What is the flash flood risk in Escalante today?

The Escalante regional forecast gives a quick overview of today's flash flood risk using NOAA regional forecast guidance, along with temperature, rain chances, and storm timing.

What is the 3-day weather forecast for Escalante?

The Escalante 3-day weather forecast shows a simple day-by-day view of temperatures, storm potential, and regional flash flood outlook to help canyoneers compare conditions before a trip.

Is this weather forecast canyon-specific?

No. This is a regional Escalante weather and flash flood overview designed as a planning reference. Conditions can vary by drainage, route, and storm pattern.

Why does flash flood risk matter in Escalante?

Escalante includes many canyons and drainages where rain and storms can quickly change conditions. A regional flash flood outlook helps users understand broader weather risk before selecting a route.

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