Lower Calf Creek Falls isn’t the only waterfall hike worth checking out in Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Upper Calf Creek Falls is a short trail that takes hikers to both the top and bottom of a beautiful desert waterfall.

The trail to Upper Calf Creek Falls is much steeper than the hike to Lower Calf Creek Falls, but it’s much less-trafficked so it’s a great option to get away from the crowds. You can find a detailed route description for Upper Calf Creek Falls HERE.

Trail Stats for Upper Calf Creek Falls

Location: Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

Trailhead Location: Google maps

Trailhead Parking Difficulty: Easy-moderate. It can be easy to miss the turnoff for the Upper Calf Creek Falls trailhead from the highway, but there are a decent number of parking spaces once you reach the parking area.

Distance: 2.2 miles (out-and-back)

Elevation Gain: 600 ft. 

Difficulty: Moderate (5-6/10)

Estimated Hike Time: 1-2 hours

Fee: None

Dog-Friendly?: Yes.

Best Time of Year to Hike: Spring and fall.

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