Road Conditions

Unpaved/partially paved roads that run through Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

Roads that also go through or are adjacent to Glen Canyon are highlighted.
Do not take any of these roads if it is raining or snowing, or if rain or snow is forecasted.


When water has pooled on the roads or muddy intimidating bogs block passage, turn around, staying on the road. Never drive off the road in an attempt to circumvent the blockage. Not only are you likely to get into more trouble off of the road, even damaging your vehicle, you will cause extensive damage to fragile native plant communities. Regulations do require that all vehicles must stay on designated roads.

Before beginning any of your adventures, make sure you've planned your way in, and PLANNED YOUR WAY OUT. Make sure people back home know what those plans are and when you expect to return. Know the extended weather forecast. Carry extra clothing, blankets, food and water for emergencies. Remember that cell phone coverage across the Monument is mostly non-existent. Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument can be a "Fierce and Dangerous Land", and its wild character SHOULD NOT BE UNDERESTIMATED.

Overnight stays on the monument, whether vehicle camping or backpacking, require a free permit that can be obtained at the Monument's visitor centers. The permit system can be crucial in case a search becomes necessary.

Learn more about driving tours in Glen Canyon.

 

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Road Report
Thursday, November 9, 2023

All road conditions can change RAPIDLY due to weather. Please contact the nearest visitor center for the most current conditions.

Roads to the East

Name

Date

Road

Comments

Burr Trail

10/13/2023

2WD

Dry

Notom-Bullfrog

11/6/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High Clearance recommended! Per Capitol Reef NPS report.

Road to Bullfrog Marina

11/6/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High Clearance for crossing. Per Capitol Reef NPS report.

Wolverine Loop

10/14/2023

2WD High Clearance

Recently graded but very soft sand and dust in places.

Cedar Wash

11/3/2023

2WD High Clearance

Good condition a few sandy spots.

Hole in the Rock

11/2/2023

2WD High Clearance

Dry and dusty and the washboards are getting bad. Recommend HC-4WD for last 7 miles.

Spencer Flat

10/21/2023

2WD, 2WD HighClearance

Road is dry with few sections of washboards. Recommend 2WD high clearance.

Roads to the North

Name

Date

Road

Comments

Hells Backbone

11/8/2023

2WD

2WD conditions with washboarding.

Posey Lake to Loa

11/8/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High Clearance. Conditions subject to change! Watch for log truck traffic by Posey.

Whites Flat (FR #152)

11/8/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High clearance. Conditions subject to change!

Griffin Top

11/8/2023

2WD High Clearance

Some rough spots. Conditions subject to change.

North Creek (FR #149)

11/8/2023

2WD High Clearance

Areas of washboards, high clearance recommended.

Main Canyon

11/8/2023

2WD

Dry with areas of washboarding!

Roads to the Central Areas

Name

Date

Condition

Comments

Smoky Mountain - Alvey Wash

10/13/2023

4WD High Clearance

Road is rutted and very rough in places.

Left Hand Collet

11/2/2023

4WD High Clearance

None

Croton

10/8/2023

2WD High Clearance

Conditions unknown from north side to Grand Bench junction.

Smoky Hollow

9/21/2023

Impassable

Impassable due to multiple washouts along its length. Not even recommended for UTVs.

Roads to the West

Name

Date

Road

Comments

Cottonwood

11/4/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High Clearance, washboards and areas of sand along the road.

Skutumpah

11/4/2023

2WD

Dry. Some rough washboard segments at North & South ends.

Glendale Bench

11/4/2023

2WD

Dry. Some rough washboard segments.

Paria Movie Set

10/22/2023

2WD High Clearance

High clearance needed north of the restroom. Sandy north of the cemetery.

House Rock Valley

10/7/2023

2WD High Clearance

2WD High Clearance. Use caution when driving around ruts.

White House

10/20/2023

2WD

Dry. Mostly rough with shallow sand at 2nd wash crossing & near campground.

Last updated: November 9, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

PO Box 1507
Page, AZ 86040

Phone:

928 608-6200
Receptionist available at Glen Canyon Headquarters from 7 am to 4 pm MST, Monday through Friday. The phone is not monitored when the building is closed. If you are having an emergency, call 911 or hail National Park Service on Marine Band 16.

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