Historic
Kane County, UT
Approximate location — plotted from published sources, not a site visit, and not a guarantee of access.
A large Navajo Sandstone amphitheater on the Hole-in-the-Rock Road where 1879 San Juan Expedition pioneers held dances and meetings while waiting for the route down to the Colorado River. The natural alcove remains a roadside historic stop in Grand Staircase–Escalante en route toward Dance Hall Rock and Fortymile Ridge.
| Region | Kane County, UT |
|---|---|
| Coordinates (approx.) | 37.3572, -111.1002 |
| Access | Hole-in-the-Rock Road southeast of Escalante (GSENM); roughly 36–40 miles from UT-12 |
| Era | 1879 Hole-in-the-Rock pioneer expedition gathering place |
| Features | Natural sandstone amphitheater with trail to the alcove |
| Agency | BLM Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument |
Public recreation data — BLM & Recreation.gov (RIDB). Verify current access, fees, and seasonal closures before traveling.
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