A roughly 126-foot desert waterfall plunging into a plunge pool at the head of Calf Creek Canyon in Grand Staircase–Escalante. The popular out-and-back hike from Calf Creek Recreation Area on Scenic Byway 12 passes beaver ponds, alcoves, and Fremont-era rock art en route to the falls.
Field facts
| Region | Garfield County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37.8291, -111.4201 |
| Access | BLM Calf Creek Recreation Area / campground trailhead on UT-12 between Escalante and Boulder |
| Hike | About 6 miles round-trip, relatively gentle canyon walk |
| Agency | BLM Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument |
| Fee | Day-use fee at Calf Creek Recreation Area |
Nearby locations
Nearby amenities
- TrailheadCalf Creek Upper Falls Trailhead3.7 km away
- TrailheadCalf Creek Lower Falls Trailhead3.8 km away
- CampgroundCalf Creek Recreation Area3.8 km away
- Picnic areaPicnic Area3.9 km away
- RestroomToilet4 km away
- TrailheadEscalante River Trailhead5.9 km away
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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