East Or West On Escalante River?

[ahansen60]

Going to be backpacking death hollow soon and trying to decide whether to go east to the bridge, or west to the cemetery once I get to the Escalante River. I've done east and it was cool, but wondering if west is better?

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[Scott P]

They are both nice in my opinion. East has the arch and natural bridge, but since you have already done the east, why not do the west?

[ahansen60]

What about campsites? Are there good campsites on the west side like there are on the east?

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[cynhermit]

Yes, there are good campsites, including one large (~100' l x 30'h) flood-safe alcove. However, unlike going east, there aren't any routes out of the canyon to the rim.

[ahansen60]

Thanks! Maybe I'll check out the west route this time then.

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