Skip to main content

Crawford Pass Loop

This loop winds through mixed conifer and aspen forest along the top of the Paunsaugunt Plateau with view of brilliantly colored rock cliffs and hoodoos. At Pink Cliff viewpoint you stand a thousand of feet above the valley floor looking out to the great vistas of the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.

General Information

Area Amenities:

  • Camping trailer
  • Tent camping
  • Parking
  • Toilets: Vault

Open to all types of travel.

Contact Name: Red Canyon Visitor Center

Contact Phone: (435) 676-2676

Getting There

Elevation

8,760 ft

Directions

Access this loop off SR 12 on East Fork road No.087. Drive about 17 miles to the Crawford Pass road No.092. Turn left and drive about 1.5 miles to Crawford Pass Trailhead.

Parking

The Crawford Pass Trail Head has a large parking area with a unloading ramp and vault toilet.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Vault toilet at trail head.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 21st, 2025