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The World’s 100 Best Canyons & Gorges

Spooky Gulch

Escalante, United States

  1. WORLD’S BEST CANYONS & GORGES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 15 2026
Spooky Gulch

Narrow red sandstone slot canyon with walls rising steeply and shallow water pooling on the floor in places. The usual route is a loop from Peek-a-boo through Spooky, with no boat or guided tour involved.

Highlights

  • Boulder drop mid-canyon
  • Narrow sandstone squeeze sections
  • Peek-a-boo connecting loop

Good to know

  • Dry Fork road is washboard and slow
  • Carry 3 liters of water per adult
  • Go early, midday summer sun is intense

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