Glen Canyon

There’s perhaps no other crack in Glen Canyon’s hundreds of side canyons that better display the serenity and wonder of southern Utah’s gems. Hidden alcoves, massive arches, and small waterfalls splashing underneath fluttering cottonwoods. You would be hard-pressed to find a more tranquil setting to daydream through a hot summer afternoon.

With multiple entry points available, Coyote Gulch can be experienced as a long day hike or a 4 or 5 day itinerary. The hardest part is getting to the trailheads and into the canyon.

Coyote Gulch

The Beta

Best time of year
Shoulder seasons = best temps.
Mileage
5–35 miles. Varies considerably based on trailheads and route.
Difficulty
Moderate, but varies
Getting into the canyon is the hard part. Pick your poison: bushwacking, deep sand and steep scrambles with considerable pucker-factor.
Number of days
1–4 days
Trailhead access
  • 2WD — Dry Fork, Red Well, Hurricane Wash.
  • AWD+ — Chimney Rock, 40 Mile Tank or Crack in the Wall.
  • Hole in the Rock Road is long, rough and can get washed out by flash floods.
Permit & Regs
  • Permit required, but available directly at trailheads or at the Escalante Interagency Visitor Center.
  • Maximum group size: 12
  • WAG bags required - you must pack out your poop
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Weather
  • Typical desert southwest: cool nights, hot days.
  • Monsoon season is July - Sept, with higher potential for flooding.
  • Pack layers, and sun protection.

MAP

Go with the pros

A guided trip with this outfitter is the very best way to experience Coyote Gulch.