Fee: Day use: $10 per vehicle. Standard sites in Loop A $30 per night (no hookups). Reservations: Utah State Parks reservation system.
About this park
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park lies on Wide Hollow Reservoir, where visitors camp along the shore, swim, or rent a kayak or paddleboard. Nature trails run through a petrified forest, and visitors are asked to take only photographs. Legend says removing a piece of petrified wood brings bad luck.
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park FAQ
Where is Escalante Petrified Forest State Park located?
Escalante Petrified Forest State Park is in Escalante, Utah, at 710 N Reservoir Rd. GPS coordinates: 37.79119, -111.61673. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Escalante Petrified Forest State Park?
Day use: $10 per vehicle. Standard sites in Loop A $30 per night (no hookups). Reservations: Utah State Parks reservation system. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Escalante Petrified Forest State Park?
You can call (435) 826-4466. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Escalante Petrified Forest State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Posey Lake Campground (11.2 mi, reservable)
- Barker Recreation Area (14.0 mi, reservable)
- Pine Lake Campground (18.6 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Escalante Petrified Forest State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 8, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.