Escalante, UT. Women’s guided backpacking trip through the magical and awe-inspiring Escalante Grand-Staircase Monument in the Southern Utah desert. The route covers 26 miles with some off-trail route finding, one steep sand dune, bypassing four waterfalls with light scrambling, a climb that involves scrambling down a 100-foot pitch of slick rock, and a narrow slot. All ability levels are welcome; however, each person must be able to carry a 30-40 pound backpack hiking 5-10 miles each day. The trail crosses water often, so water shoes are recommended!