Atlas › Grand Staircase / Hole-in-the-Rock
Egypt 1
verified 2026-05-12
ACA 3A
Moderate flood risk
Escalante, UT
Compact technical canyon. Great place to practice stemming. Well-anchored.
Logistics
| Manager | BLM Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument |
|---|---|
| Permit | No fee, no day-use permit required. Free overnight backpacking permit required for any backcountry camping (self-issue at developed trailheads or at GSENM visitor centers in Cannonville, Escalante, Kanab, or Big Water). Day-use is free. |
| Distance | ~1.7 loop |
| Elevation | ~250 ft |
| Time | 3-5 hr |
| Technical | 3A. 4 short rappels, lots of stemming |
| Season | Spring, fall |
| Flood risk | Moderate |
| Vehicle access | Egypt Bench Rd; HC/4WD |
| Crowd | Low |
| Coordinates | 37.5734, -111.2592 |