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Toadstool Hoodoos | 4K - 04déc25

The Toadstool Hoodoos (often simply called "The Toadstools") are one of the most iconic and accessible geological wonders in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in southern Utah. These unique rock formations look like giant stone mushrooms, created by millions of years of selective erosion. What are Hoodoos? A hoodoo is a tall, thin spire of rock that protrudes from the bottom of an arid drainage basin or badland. The Toadstool Hoodoos are specifically famous because of how they formed: • The Caprock: The "mushroom top" is made of harder Dakota Sandstone. It is more resistant to weathering. • The Pedestal: The "stem" is made of softer Entrada Sandstone. • The Process: Because the top layer is harder, it protects the softer rock directly beneath it from rain and wind, while the surrounding soft rock washes away. Eventually, you are left with a precarious-looking stone pillar. Location and Access The site is located right off Highway 89, between Kanab, Utah, and Page, Arizona. • Trail Length: 1.5 miles (2.4 km) round trip • Difficulty: Easy / Flat • Best Time: Golden hour (sunrise or sunset) for photography • Park Status: Part of Grand Staircase-Escalante (BLM Land) Highlights for Visitors • The Red Toadstool: The most famous spire, featuring a deep red stem and a massive perched boulder. • The White Hoodoos: Further into the wash, you’ll find "ghostly" white formations that look like an alien landscape. • Badlands Scenery: The entire area is filled with rolling hills of purple, clay-like mudstone and streaks of white and orange sand. Important Tips 1. Don't Touch: The "stems" of these hoodoos are very fragile. Never climb on them, as they can crumble easily. 2. Heat Safety: There is absolutely no shade on the trail. If you're visiting in the summer, bring plenty of water. 3. Flash Floods: The trail follows a wash. Avoid the area if there is heavy rain in the forecast, as water can rise rapidly.