Devil's Rock Garden Day Use

Facility · Utah ·

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument · Open Access

5,275 ft
Elevation
From the parking area social trails wind between the oddly shaped hoodoos and lead to several arches, including Metate Arch. This is an easy walk and a great place for families to explore. Plan to spend a least 30 minutes walking in the area.

Getting there

The walk begins at the Devils Garden parking area off the Hole in the Rock road. From Escalante, drive 5 miles east on Hwy 12, then 13 miles south on the Hole in the Rock road. To the signed turnoff for the Devils Garden, then .5 miles to the parking area.

37.58469, -111.41409 · 37°35'4.9"N 111°24'50.7"W

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Typical weather

Typically 92°F in Jul, down to 43°F in Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F434858667687928981685443
Low °F192329354250575647372619
Precip in1.00.90.80.50.60.41.01.61.31.30.50.7

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 16.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

None

Stay limit: Day use only

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Common questions about Devil's Rock Garden Day Use

Can you reserve a site at Devil's Rock Garden Day Use?
No. Devil's Rock Garden Day Use is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
How long can you stay at Devil's Rock Garden Day Use?
Day use only

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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