6 Days
No Cancel
10 people
English
You’ve heard about this area in the news, it’s one of America’s newest National Monuments. You will soon see why it’s protected. This area holds some of the best hikes in Utah, Bears Ears National Monument. The areas preservation marked a triumph for this sacred landscape with diverse cultural resources. There are three main Bureau of Land Management areas within the area that offer some of the best backpacking in southern Utah.
On day one we will establish our base camp, where we will return every evening to make meals and socialize as a group while exploring different areas on foot during the day. Your experienced guide will customize the hikes to meet the groups needs and objectives. There are opportunities to explore ancient Cliff Dwellings, Rock Art, Gorgeous geologic features, all while traveling through the remote Colorado Plateau!
Albeit this is one of the least visited parts of the lower 48, a true red rock desert wilderness. You will experience true solitude being hours away from the busy tourist zones near Moab. Even more, the only sound you may hear is wind moving through the canyons. Each day will be spend in a different area hiking Bears Ears National Monument. Above all you will experience the magic of these ancient canyons.
We have been leading these trips with youth from different organizations for decades and are excited to open them up to the general public! You’ll soon see why this is both the best hikes in Utah, and the best backpacking in southern Utah.