Hiking in Kanab: Walk and photograph scenic Yellow Rock in the Grand Staircase

Summary

A trip to Yellow Rock offers more colors than Baskin Robbins on it's massive Navajo sandstone dome. Arriving at the top offers the best viewing into southern Utah and northern Arizona. Hiking up a 45 degree angle is not for the beginner and one needs to be fit to attempt this all year and summer can be downright tough. Larger than 5 football fields and shapes similar to Checkerboard mesa in Zion park but with yellow, orange, white red and mauve swirling together like a massive ice cream machine. Clear views of Castle Rock, No Man's Mesa and Hack berry Canyon. This is one of the best photographic locations in the Grand Staircase-Escalante. There is no trail on the top just wandering around shooting unbelievable geology. Tour time is 7-8 hours and you should be fit for this hike!

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
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Why take this tour?

Hike to the top of Yellow Rock in Southern Utah on this 7-hour day tour outside Kanab.  Experience stunning views of the Grand Staircase and Vermillion Cliffs from one of the highest vantage points in the region.  This is a challenging hike for the moderately fit person looking to explore the colorful canyon country of southern Utah.

What’s included?

  • Guided hiking tour to top of Yellow Rock

  • Pick-up from Kanab

  • Bottle Water

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

  • Transportation to/from attractions

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Vermilion Cliffs Day Tours

About operator:

Vermilion Cliffs is a US GOVT authorized outfitter running tours on the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument and the Paria Canyon Wilderness Area. We run day photography hiking and vehicle tours in Americas newest park. Call or email us for an unforgettable tour. We operate out of Page Az as well as Kanab Utah. In 2020 we proudly added to our tour options several new locations! Grand Staircase-Escalante Look at the website for more options.

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