Tour the Hole-in-the-Rock Road Petroglyphs
CultureEasySpringFallWinter
Scan the desert varnish along the base of the cliffs to find ancient Fremont and Ancestral Puebloan rock art.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a 3 to 4-hour round trip from Escalante to reach the best sites like the 100 Hands Panel.
- 2Pack a pair of binoculars to spot faint carvings high up on the desert varnish without needing to scramble.
- 3Ensure your vehicle has high clearance and check the weather forecast at the Interagency Visitor Center, as the dirt road becomes impassable when wet.
- 4Stop at the Zebra Slot trailhead parking area to access the nearest concentrated petroglyph sites.
- 5Carry at least two liters of water and wear a wide-brimmed hat, as there is zero shade along the cliff bases.
- 6Obtain a free day-use permit at the trailhead kiosk to remain compliant with Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument regulations.
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