Geology

Toadstool Hoodoos (Paria Rimrocks)

Kane County, UT

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Easy 1.5-mile round-trip BLM hike in Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument to classic Entrada-and-Dakota sandstone pedestals (capped “toadstools”) along the Paria Rimrocks north of US-89 between Kanab and Big Water. Fragile balanced-rock hoodoos and open desert views of the Paria River valley; no fee, year-round, dog-friendly.

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RegionKane County, UT
Coordinates37.1085, -111.8738
Land managerBLM Grand Staircase–Escalante NM
Hike~1.5 mi RT / easy–moderate
FeeNone
NearbyParia Contact Station / Wire Pass

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