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Swimming Holes in Escalante, Utah
8 natural swimming holes
8 natural swimming holes cluster around Escalante in Utah — enough for a full summer of new swims. Start with Coyote Gulch or Death Hollow — both solid listings. Local listings point to April-October as the best swimming season. They're scattered across Garfield County and Kane County. The mix runs 4 creeks, 2 waterfalls, 1 lake, and 1 river.
Swimming holes in Escalante
- Coyote Gulch
A spectacular desert canyon with a perennial stream, natural arches, and swimming holes along its course.
- Death Hollow
Death Hollow's slot pools in the Escalante country, with narrows, pour-overs, and deep water.
- Escalante River
The Escalante River's canyon pools, with sandstone walls and cottonwood shade.
- Lower Calf Creek Falls
The more accessible Calf Creek waterfall, a 3-mile round-trip hike to a 126-foot cascade and sandy beach pool.
- Neon Canyon (Golden Cathedral)
Neon Canyon's Golden Cathedral pools, with two potholes pouring into a sandstone amphitheater.
- The Gulch
A perennial desert stream winding through a slickrock canyon with swimming holes along its course.
- Upper Calf Creek Falls
A 126-foot waterfall pouring into a deep sandstone alcove pool in Calf Creek Canyon.
- Wide Hollow Reservoir
Wide Hollow Reservoir's small-town shoreline offers swimming minutes from Escalante.
Frequently asked questions
How many swimming holes are in Escalante, UT?
Our directory lists 8 natural swimming holes in and around Escalante, Utah, across Garfield County, Kane County. New spots are added as they're verified.
What kinds of swimming holes are in Escalante?
The 8 listings cover 4 creeks, 2 waterfalls, 1 lake, 1 river. See each listing for details on access and conditions.
Which swimming hole near Escalante should I try first?
Coyote Gulch is a well-documented local listing. A spectacular desert canyon with a perennial stream, natural arches, and swimming holes along its course. Full details, maps, and safety notes are on its page.
When is the best time to swim near Escalante?
Local listings most often name April-October as the best season. Spring runoff can make rivers and creeks dangerously high — check local conditions before you go.