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As you start to consider traveling once more, these 10 vacation destinations from Travel+Leisure’s list of 50 U.S. places to visit are all a (long) day’s drive from the Bay Area.

Nestled between Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef off Scenic Highway 12, lies an outdoor lover’s paradise: the small town of Escalante, Utah.

We love Escalante and the surrounding area. We have put together an Escalante 3 day Family-Friendly Itinerary to help you plan your trip.

This national monument is a true geologic wonder with narrow slot canyons, towering buttes, and sprawling mesas you can explore for days.

If you're headed to southern Utah, make sure you check out the 5 best hikes in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

Hiking Willis Creek Slot Canyon is a great hike for all ages and ability levels. How to drive to Willis Creek, how hard is it, how long is it.

Interested in hiking and camping on Hole in the Rock Road but can't decide what to do or whether you are prepared for the off-road adventure?

Make the most of your trip to Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument with this ultimate travel guide for first timers. Plan your visit including when to visit, where to stay, what to eat, things to do, best tours, top attractions. #GrandStaircaseEscalanteNationalMonument | Burr Trail | Devil’s Garden | Grosvenor Arch | Hell's Backbone | Singing Canyon | Long Canyon | Cedar Wash Arch | Escalante Natural Bridge | Lower Half Calf Creek Falls | Cosmic Ashtray | Zebra Slot

The best Grand Staircase Escalante hikes and stunning slot canyons you can visit without a tour: how to get there, what to expect and everything you need to know to visit these hidden gems.

There are so many things to do in Escalante, Utah -- where you can escape the crowds of the Mighty 5 national parks. Hike, canyoneer, road trip and more!