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Dance Hall Rock Historic Site
- Where
- Big Water, UT (Kane County)
- Phone
- +1 435-826-5499
Good to know
This natural sandstone amphitheater was an important gathering place for Mormon pioneers working on a road project in 1879-80. Those interested in pioneer history and the role of community in frontier life will find it meaningful. Be prepared for a remote location down a backcountry road.
Updated October 15, 2026
Dance Hall Rock is a large sandstone amphitheater located 42 miles down the Hole-in-the-Rock Road. On their way to establish a settlement, Mormon pioneers in 1879-80 spent two months waiting for a road to be built to the Colorado River. Dance was an important part of Mormon society, and the good aco
About Dance Hall Rock Historic Site
Dance Hall Rock Historic Site is one of 7 historic sites in Big Water on Go Do, in Kane County. The nearest other historic site is Cookie Jar Butte, about 21.3 miles away. Its own website and phone number are given above.
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Where is it?
Big Water, Utah.
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