Escalante, a small city in central Garfield County, Utah, is home to 786 residents as of the 2020 census. Named after Silvestre Vélez de Escalante, a Franciscan missionary, the town sits along Utah Scenic Byway 12 and is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes like the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument. With a history rooted in ranching and farming, Escalante has seen a boost in tourism since the establishment of the monument in 1996, attracting visitors eager to explore its scenic wonders and outdoor adventures.