Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon

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Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon

Approximately 10% of all U.S. land is the responsibility of the Bureau of Land Management, which answers to the Department of the Interior. Also known as BLM, this organization handles national resources and public lands with several goals in mind. These goals include maintaining public lands as they currently are, preserving them for future generations, and allowing for versatile use. Many people take advantage of developed or primitive BLM campgrounds. Some sites require nominal fees or reservations, but others might offer Bureau of Land Management free camping. You can find suitable options by searching "BLM camping near me." Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon is also known to many simply as Red Canyon. As you hike through this canyon, you can admire the breathtaking view of logs balanced over you between the two canyon walls. You will also discover the ancient Moqui Steps. Also known as Moki Steps, these common features in areas once inhabited by Pueblo Native Americans and associated cultures. These steps usually alternate between toe and hand holds carved into vertical sandstone surfaces. If you decide to take your RV through this part of Utah, then be sure you also visit Bryce Canyon National Park to the north or Zion National Park to the west.

What to See and Do

Hiking and Biking

Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon

Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon is one of only a few slot canyons in Utah. This narrow passage has orange sandstone walls climbing on both sides for a unique visual experience. Length: 0.7 miles round trip Intensity: Easy

Fishing and Boating

Kanab sits in Kane County and has numerous lakes, rivers, and streams for fishing. Navajo Lake is known for trout fishing, and you can find bass in the waters of Lake Powell. Duck, Kanab, and Escalante creeks all offer their own fishing opportunities.

Picnicking

Hidden Lake is a small cave full of water sitting underneath a red sandstone cliff. Enjoy lunch at the small picnic spot just 200 feet from this cave. Note that the access road is usually in rough condition, and if the road is wet, avoid the area. Do not drink or swim in the water within the cave due to stagnant conditions and debris.

Animal Sanctuary

The Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is a home for over 1,500 animals, including dogs, birds, cats, bunnies, pigs, and horses. It is the largest sanctuary of its type in the country. Plan a visit to engage with the animals or hike throughout the assigned land. The sanctuary offers free daily tours, a gift shop, and a cafe.

Bureau of Land Management Camping

RV Camping

BLM RV camping is possible at Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon, and the gravel parking area does have fire pits available. Due to the sandy soil and the possibility of getting stuck, taking your RV off paved roads is not recommended. Nearby Kanab has several RV campgrounds, with Grand Plateau RV Resort and Crazy Horse Resort both being highly rated for their amenities and value.

Free Camping

Free and dispersed camping is available for RVs at the nearby Hole in the Rock Road location. The address is BLM-200, Escalante, UT 84726. Sites are first come, first served. If you have questions about this camping area, contact the Escalante Center at 435-644-4300.

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Planning your Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon BLM trip

While the scenery here is stunning, the local terrain can be surprising in ways you might not expect. The paths here involve a lot of deep sand that is difficult to traverse. Sometimes, it is not even passable. Flash floods in the last few years have been strong enough to push boulders into the Red Canyon. This results in drop-offs that visitors and novice hikers cannot safely surmount. Furthermore, the difficulty and height of these obstacles are constantly changing as more floods transfer debris and sediment from one area to another. The Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument Visitor Center, located in Kanab, offers maps and has current details regarding the conditions in Peek-A-Boo Canyon. If you attempt a hike during your visit, try to travel in a group for safety. Carry enough water and food, and pack a first-aid kit and layers of clothes to deal with the arid environment. Don't forget your sunglasses and sunscreen! It's easy to look at pictures of the canyon and think you will be in the shade, but most of your hiking will be outside the canyon and in direct sunlight. Before you head out on your trip, check out our blog for all you need to know about BLM camping.

Leave No Trace

Many BLM lands are open for versatile use, and there are long-standing goals of preserving them for future generations to enjoy. If you visit Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon or other Bureau of Land Management campgrounds, you must "Leave No Trace." In other words, "Take nothing but pictures, and leave nothing but memories." Before you leave your site, pack all your trash and waste, and don't do anything to disrupt the local animal or plant life. When you leave your site, it should look just like it did when you arrived.

Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon Location

The official address for this site is Kanab Visitor Center, 745 East Highway 89, Kanab, UT 84741. Start your journey from Kanab, and head north for nine miles. After you see the sign for Peek-A-Boo on the highway, turn east. Head up the small hill, cross the cattle guard, and enter the big gravel parking lot. BLM Route 102 is on the eastern border of that parking area. Take BLM Route 102 until you reach a dry riverbed. Once there, turn onto BLM Route 106H and follow the wash until it ends. This is where the slot canyon starts. You will need a high-clearance, four-wheel vehicle to navigate the deep, sandy terrain. Many visitors use UTVs and ATVs to get from the trailhead to the canyon. Ready to visit Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon? An RV rental is a great way to experience your destination. Not only will you be close to all the action, but at the end of a long day exploring, you’ll have your RV to return to for the night, where you’ll enjoy a full kitchen, bathroom, and nice soft bed. Not sure about renting an RV? Here’s a step-by-step guide to renting an RV with RVshare.