It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Escalante Heritage Center gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Escalante, UT is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Escalante City Park (Lion's Park) with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local 4th West Pub or visit Escalante Interagency Visitor Center, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Escalante, UT, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Escalante, UT understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Escalante, UT 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Utah's "Mighty Five" national parks, which you can all visit on a road trip, are among the most otherworldly in the U.S. These parks are known for their towering canyons, hoodoos, or giant mushroom-shaped rock formations, and other rare geological marvels.They are a blend of ancient natural beauty and a futuristic out-of-planet atmosphere. But some of Utah's most beautiful and rugged sites are deemed so danger...
Utah's "Mighty Five" national parks, which you can all visit on a road trip, are among the most otherworldly in the U.S. These parks are known for their towering canyons, hoodoos, or giant mushroom-shaped rock formations, and other rare geological marvels.
They are a blend of ancient natural beauty and a futuristic out-of-planet atmosphere. But some of Utah's most beautiful and rugged sites are deemed so dangerous that they haven't been thoroughly explored yet.
Southern Utah's Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument (GSENM) was the last place in the contiguous United States to be mapped due to its rugged and remote terrain. It spans 1.87 million acres, larger than the Mighty Five combined (838,613 acres).
While it's not an entirely uncharted wonder, GSENM doesn't attract many tourists. But it's the ultimate hidden gem for outdoor travelers. It offers a bucket list of daring activities, scenic hikes, and even unmarked Ancestral Puebloan sites.
Here's why Grand Staircase-Escalante should be your next off-the-grid adventure.
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument covers several towns in southern Utah: Big Water, Glendale, Kanab, Escalante, and Boulder. The national park site is even bigger than the state of Delaware (1.3 million acres). It's brimming with dramatic landforms and raw wilderness, divided into three sections:
In the 1870s, approximately 126 years before it was designated a national monument, GSENM became the last place in the continental USA to be mapped due to its isolation and unpredictable conditions.
To this day, it's impossible for experts to fully explore the expanse—challenged by its dangerous conditions such as high desert temperatures, uneven terrain, an endless maze of canyons, rocky ravines, and steep drops. It's one of the last untamed research frontiers in the U.S.
GSENM is crucial to the study of dinosaurs, the Earth's geological timeline, ancestral Native American culture, and even Mars' geology. Unfortunately, most of the landscape has only been mapped via satellite imagery and barely on foot (incomplete fossil excavations, surveys, etc.).
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument offers some of the most breathtaking natural attractions, great for both solitude and thrill-seeking travelers. Whether you're hiking or driving through the area, you're guaranteed to get panoramic views of slickrock canyons, hoodoos, rock layers, and even a waterfall.
History and archeology geeks will also enjoy the hidden ancient pictographs scattered across the monument. Here are the most iconic things you shouldn't miss in GSENM.
There are over a thousand slot canyons in GSENM. But it's popular for its twisty canyon hikes, particularly Escalante's Peek-a-Boo & Spooky Gulch and Zebra Slot trail. These hypnotically striped slots are like sandstone waves daring you to surf through. It's a scene straight out of a surrealist or sci-fi film.
For a more accessible and moderate hike, you must traverse the 6-mile round-trip trail leading to Lower Calf Creek Falls. Hike through a picturesque canyon and end up in an almost out-of-place 126-foot waterfall.
Since GSENM allows dispersed camping with proper permits, seasoned hikers may want to try the Coyote Gulch, a 17-mile trail that also passes through the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. It features red canyon walls and the Jacob Hamlin Arch. It could take hours to a couple of days to complete depending on the route.
Hiking the trail going to Lower Calf Creek Falls, you'll see some mysterious rock art associated with the Fremont and Ancestral Puebloan people. Many unmarked petrgolyphs and ancient cliffside dwellings like Anasazi ruins can also be seen along the Escalante River trails.
While the Kaiparowits Plateau is the richest archaeological spot in GSENM, these parts are restricted to the public due to their delicate state and remoteness.
Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument has an arid desert climate, with temperatures soaring over 100°F during the summer and dipping close to 0°F in the winter. Overall, the best time to visit GSENM is during spring and fall.
Both seasons offer vibrant scenery and mild temperatures for outdoor recreation. Summers are still doable, but schedule your hikes early in the morning and avoid monsoon periods, which are prone to flash floods.
Winters may also present harsh weather conditions that could lead to road closures. But its tranquil vibe and GSENM's snow-capped canyons are a must-see as well.
It's also a great stop for a road trip around southern Utah. It stretches across charming small towns that are also gateways to the majestic Lake Powell, as well as Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.
While Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument could be considered dangerous, leading it to become the last place in the continental U.S. to be mapped, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is undeniably a bucket list destination for adventure travelers. It holds all the lesser-known staple landscapes and glorious canyons Utah is known for.
Nicknamed “the Science Monument,” the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument in southern Utah features spectacular multihued cliffs and canyon systems that showcase millennia of sedimentary rock formations. Scientists come from all over the world to study Grand Staircase–Escalante’s unique fossil-containing sites, which offer an unparalleled window into the Late Cretaceous period. President Bill Clinton designated Grand Staircase–Escalante as a national monument in 1996, providing needed protection to...
Nicknamed “the Science Monument,” the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument in southern Utah features spectacular multihued cliffs and canyon systems that showcase millennia of sedimentary rock formations. Scientists come from all over the world to study Grand Staircase–Escalante’s unique fossil-containing sites, which offer an unparalleled window into the Late Cretaceous period. President Bill Clinton designated Grand Staircase–Escalante as a national monument in 1996, providing needed protection to its special geologic and historic treasures and its vividly beautiful landscapes.
Since its designation, research in the monument has flourished, yielding fossils of previously undiscovered dinosaur species and offering rare opportunities to study undisturbed desert ecosystems in situ. Yet the monument became a focus of the Trump administration’s anti-environmental agenda. On December 4, 2017, then president Donald Trump signed proclamations dismantling Grand Staircase–Escalante as well as the Bears Ears National Monument, also in Utah. Trump’s proclamation slashed Grand Staircase–Escalante by roughly half, leaving nearly a million acres of federal public land open to harmful developments—such as mineral exploitation, coal mining, new road construction, the use of mechanized vehicles, and oil and gas drilling—that could ruin vital parts of the paleontological record and the land's wild natural character.
NRDC—together with the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance and a coalition of other environmental groups represented by Earthjustice—immediately filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington, D.C. (We also filed a separate lawsuit over Bears Ears.) A coalition of paleontologists and other monument supporters filed a similar lawsuit, and the district court consolidated the two cases. Our lawsuits asserted that Trump had neither the constitutional nor statutory authority to dismantle national monuments. In January 2020, we moved for summary judgment.
While we were awaiting the district court’s decision, Trump’s presidency ended, and President Joe Biden—on his first day in office—issued an executive order initiating a review of Trump’s monument rollbacks.
Then, on October 8, 2021, President Biden issued a proclamation restoring Grand Staircase–Escalante to its pre-Trump boundaries. The Biden administration repudiated Trump’s rollback as “unprecedented,” observing that NRDC and our partners’ lawsuits “raised serious and fundamental questions as to whether a president has authority to reduce boundaries or core protections in a way that is tantamount to revocation of a monument.” President Biden restored Grand Staircase–Escalante, the White House explained, to uphold “the long-standing principle that America’s national parks, monuments, and other protected areas are to be protected for all time and for all people.”
In light of the Biden administration’s actions, the district court has “stayed” (paused) our litigation. But the monument still faces real threats from the Trump administration’s rollback, including from mining claims staked there on Trump’s watch. While our case is stayed, the federal government is still required to provide us with timely notice of potentially harmful developments. Separately, the state of Utah and other monument opponents have filed legal challenges to Biden’s restoration proclamation, and NRDC has intervened to defend the restored monument. We will continue to advocate alongside our partners to ensure that Grand Staircase–Escalante remains permanently protected, as it deserves.
As of June 2025, the cases remained stayed pending the issuance of a decision by the Tenth Circuit in Garfield County et al. v. Biden et al. and Dalton et al. v. Biden et al. (Bears Ears and Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monuments). You can learn more about NRDC’s national monuments cases here.
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The Bureau of Land Management reports, "The area is known for its colorful rock formations that tell a story spanning millions of years. The monument is also renowned for its rich paleontological history, including numerous recent and significant dinosaur discoveries, which continue to draw researchers and visitors eager to learn more about the ancient past."
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Southwest Adventure Tours offers a comprehensive itinerary that delves into the heart of the monument, showcasing some of its most iconic features.
From slot canyons to natural arches, from dinosaur tracks to Native American ruins, the tour promises a rich tapestry of natural and cultural wonders waiting to be explored.
The seven-day, six-night tour is scheduled to begin Sept. 14 and begins in St. George. Prices of the tour range in price from $2,799 to $3,299, depending on the size of the group. Children over 12 are invited to participate.
This tour focuses on the northern half of the monument, showcasing some of its most iconic features, including:
Each day of the tour is packed with five to 10 miles of hiking, ensuring that participants have ample opportunity to soak in the stunning scenery and marvel at the geological wonders that abound.
The itinerary is thoughtfully curated to provide a balanced mix of adventure and relaxation, with comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and professional guides to enhance the experience.
If you haven't hiked through a slot canyon before, you are in for a real treat!
Slot canyons are narrow, deep gorges formed by the wear and tear of water rushing through rock over millions of years. These natural wonders can be found in various locations around the world, with some of the most famous ones found in the southwestern United States.
Exploring a slot canyon can be an exhilarating experience, as visitors navigate through the narrow passageways, sometimes having to squeeze through tight spaces and climb over boulders.
The colors and patterns of the rock walls change as light filters down from above, creating a mesmerizing display of natural beauty.
Slot canyons are not only visually stunning but also offer a glimpse into the geological processes that have shaped the Earth over millions of years.
The layers of rock that make up the walls of the canyons tell a story of ancient environments and changing landscapes, providing valuable insight into the Earth's history.
The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument is a playground of geological wonders that beckons visitors to explore its colorful canyons and stunning landscapes.
Southwest Adventure Tours is your ticket to discovering the beauty and mystery of this remarkable region.
The name Grand Staircase is aptly given to the series of geological formations that span from the depths of the Grand Canyon to the iconic Bryce Canyon National Park.
This geological marvel creates a visual spectacle of vibrant cliffs and striking colors that characterize the southern Utah landscape.
The name Escalante pays homage to the river drainage system that has carved out intricate canyons on the eastern side of the monument, offering a network of winding and narrow passageways for exploration.
Southwest Adventure Tours is an authorized permittee of Bryce Canyon National Park and the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, ensuring that guests have a fully immersive and educational experience on this unforgettable adventure.
For those eager to immerse themselves in the wonders of the Escalante, embarking on a hiking tour is the ideal way to experience the beauty and diverse landscapes of the area.
Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a nature enthusiast looking to venture into the great outdoors, the Canyons of the Escalante tour offers something for everyone.
The Utah Office of Tourism describes the area as "a desert paradise of majestic slot canyons, massive rock formations, slickrock expanses, ancient sand dunes, and pink, grey, white, vermillion and chocolate cliffs — all worth exploring year-round." The sense of awe and wonder that permeates the landscape is sure to leave a lasting impression, inspiring a deep appreciation for the natural world and the wonders of geology.
In addition to the physical beauty of the Escalante, the tour also provides insight into the rich history and cultural significance of the region.
From ancient petroglyphs to abandoned homesteads, each stop along the way offers a glimpse into the past, highlighting the enduring connection between humans and the natural environment.
For those seeking adventure, beauty, and a deeper connection to the natural world, the Canyons of the Escalante tour is a must-do experience.
So pack your bags, lace up your hiking boots, and get ready for the journey of a lifetime.
This is an adventure you won't soon forget, filled with beauty, wonder, and the magic of the great outdoors. Southwest Adventure Tours will take care of all the details, so you can just enjoy without any worries of planning or navigating.
Book your tour today and prepare to be amazed by the splendor of Utah's Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
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