Rock Formation · Utah
Toadstool Hoodoos
Balanced-rock hoodoos on an easy desert walk
TypeRock Formation
StateUtah
Best seasonSpring & fall
How to visitFree BLM; ~1.5-mi round-trip trail
A short, flat desert walk near Kanab leads to a cluster of balanced “toadstool” hoodoos — hard caprocks perched on softer pedestals, glowing red and white. One of the most rewarding easy hikes on the Grand Staircase.
The shot
The red-capped toadstool at golden hour.
Nearby & worth pairing
- Kanab
- Grand Staircase-Escalante
- Paria Rimrocks
- The Wave area
Plan around it
Access, fees, permits, and tour availability change with the season and the managing agency (tribal park, state park, BLM, or NPS) — confirm current rules and reservations before you go, tread lightly on sacred and fragile sites, and pack out everything you bring.
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