Escalante Petrified Forest State Park

Nice hike

Ample parking space and not crowded like the other and more popular parks. Although we didn’t make it to the end, we had a great time walking the tour. We didn’t do the last and extra bit because of t...

Stone forest

Escalante Petrified Forest blew me away! Walking among the ancient trees turned to stone was surreal. The views of the reservoir were peaceful too. Perfect spot for a nature walk and some fossil hunti...

Gret for a Short Stop in the Escalante Area

Beautiful examples of petrified wood in an unusual area with a pleasant, short hike. Great for a brief trip with some good photo and learning opportunities. There is a trail loop that takes about an h...

Not A Forest

In any dictionary anywhere in the world the definition of "forest" would not match the experience you'd expect with this area being lauded as a Petrified "Forest". Four partial logs, petrified, lay si...

Interesting

We stopped for a brief visit. Even if you’re unable to do the hike (which involves a few steep areas) there are a few examples of petrified wood quite close to the parking lot. Might also be a nice...