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3 Total Trips
2 Areas
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Ticks
10 Total Ticks
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
05/27/2023
About 580cfs. Several long breaks with a 5 year old and 6 year old. About 7 hours.
Kane Creek Rock Art - Moab
02/17/2018
Again with Abby, Diane, and Ruby
Amazing canyon.
Strike Valley Overlook - Burr Trail
11/26/2015
Thsnksgiving
Ferns Nipple - Capitol Reef
05/10/2014
Good day!
Goblin's Lair - Goblin Valley
08/05/2012
Fun, short canyon!
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
04/23/2011
Between 6.5 and 7 hours at about 170 CFS with a couple of short breaks. With Cristina, Roman, and Lucy
Train Robbers Mesa - San Rafael
02/13/2011
With Lucy
Boy Scout Canyon - Black Canyon
01/22/2011
With Cristina and Lucy
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
05/30/2009
About 5.5-6 hours at about 550CFS with Cristina and Lucy with a couple of breaks.
Videos
73 Videos
Quality Ratings
810 Total Ratings
Comments
674 CommentsBlarney Canyon - North Wash : Photo
2026-03-27Left fork.
Horse Canyon - Needles District : Photo
2026-03-25I occasionally hear from the NPS or BLM with suggestions or requests regarding different routes or s...
Neilson Wash - Factory Butte
2026-03-24I don't remember any specific obstacles in that fork, other than it is off trail and rocky. The no...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2026-03-22I don't understand your question what is the "bl page"? Under the maps above there is a waypoints bo...
Lucky Charms - North Wash
2026-03-13A quick moderator note: One of the best parts of this community is seeing the huge range of experien...
The Golden Cathedral - Escalante
2026-03-05I don't remember any cliff issues or exposure on the cross country route. It, last time I was there,...
Colonnade Arch (Five Hole Arch) - San Rafael Desert
2026-02-25Thanks for the feedback. My trailhead waypoint was about 200' from the one you reference above. Prob...
Constrychnine Canyon - Poison Spring
2026-02-02Thanks for all the work! I wish more groups would put such care into anchors. It is a beautiful cany...
Weavers Caves - Escalante
2026-01-21Fixed, thanks! I think I may have been a victim of auto-correct... :)
Bruin Point - Sunnyside
2025-12-26Many online mapping tools, such as Caltopo, have a public lands layer. I've found places that were c...
Fortymile Creek and Willow Gulch Loop - Hole In The Rock Road
2025-12-07I would definitely recommend a wetsuit in those temps. There is a fair amount of water and not a lot...
Lost and Found Canyon - Arches National Park
2025-11-14Hopefully @noodle will post his exit coordinate. In the comments below, there is discussion of the s...
Messin Around Canyon - North Wash
2025-11-10Good feedback, I added that intermediates are better suited to the canyon. The downclimbs, for me, s...
Merry Piglet - North Wash
2025-11-07Thanks for the feedback, I updated the longest rap to 20 m to make sure people are covered. Been som...
Englestead Canyon - Zion East Side
2025-10-31The first rappel is about 90 m. When I have done it, I have brought a 100 m rope, a 60 m, and a 30m....
Arch Canyon Ruin - Cedar Mesa
2025-10-27My understanding is the road passes through Ute Tribal Land, and you are allowed to pass through as ...
Lava Tubes - Snow Canyon State Park
2025-10-15Agreed! We picked up a bunch of litter and glow sticks on our visit as well!
Peekaboo Canyon - Kanab
2025-10-02Perhaps you are looking for the Peekaboo down the Hole in The Rock Road: https://www.roadtripryan.c...
Red Canyon (Chimney Valley) - Hanksville
2025-10-01I would think even in a 2wd this approach would be quite a bit shorter than coming in from the viewf...
Ashdown Gorge - Cedar City
2025-09-22The lower range is 6,945. The zero on bottom left is the x-axis label, the start of the hike (mile 0...
Egypt 2 Canyon - Escalante : Photo
2025-09-12I've done it twice. Once the canyon had water in a few spots, once bone dry. As stated above, recent...
Weavers Caves - Escalante
2025-09-07You saw in this description the optional "Easier Route" above? That avoids the pothole. Seems most p...
South Fork of Robbers Roost - Robbers Roost
2025-09-04I don't remember for sure, but suspect a 20m would work with 2 raps. If you don't get an answer, I w...
Looking Glass Rock - Moab
2025-09-03The guidebook I had when I did it years ago said 5.7. I think it is probably only a couple of moves ...
Blue Pool Wash - Page Arizona
2025-09-03Looks like someone just commented on a photo (https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/tripimage/showphoto/AL...
Blue Pool Wash - Page Arizona
2025-09-01Depends on recent rains. I think with a little stemming I stayed dry on all of my trips.
Heaps Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2025-08-28I don’t think mtnsam was trying to be condescending. Certainly for the vast majority, carrying thoug...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2025-08-18I am not sure I understand the question. A 60' rope will do the job, but you will also want a harnes...
Benson Creek - Brian Head : Photo
2025-08-14No idea on the geocache, but you might get more response if you post your comment on the route page ...
The Volcano / Cosmic Ashtray - Old Sheffield Road
2025-08-06You can post all your questions in one comment. If coming back after sunset, navigation would be d...
The Subway (From the Top) - Zion West Side
2025-07-25Corrected, thanks for the comment.
Hammond Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2025-07-08Depends on monsoons I would think. I wouldn't count on it. That corner of the state had a serious dr...
Egypt 2 Canyon - Escalante : Photo
2025-07-07300 ft.
Upper Black Box - Northern San Rafael Swell
2025-06-19Floods can change the bottom, but I have always had some swims, even in low CFS conditions. I have...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2025-06-12I believe that is the Poverty Trail road. I have never attempted it, but think it is a fairly rough ...
Stateline Canyon - Page Arizona
2025-06-11Likely. We did it pre-sand trap and found the walk arounds too tempting to try and build anchors. :...
Montezuma's Gold - Kanab
2025-06-08That is correct. It is indeed a typo and should be Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. I up...
Pine Creek - Zion Main Canyon
2025-05-27Thanks, I added a warning about this in the description at that spot, so it is hopefully very promin...
Wonderland Canyon - Capitol Reef
2025-05-26On the last rappel, we anchored right at the edge of the last vertical drop. Did you rappel the mode...
Bowington Arch - Highway 12 : Photo
2025-05-25There didn't appear to be anything in it, or any way to access it.
Round Valley Draw - Paria
2025-05-17I don't use Gaia. You can e-mail it to me ryan@roadtripryan.com. Best, Ryan
Catstair Canyon - Paria
2025-05-15Thanks, I think they are all fixed. For some reason Catstair is really hard for my mind to write cor...
Shenanigans - Middle West Butler
2025-05-11Thanks for the feedback. I updated the GPX for my most recent trip which looks to be a fair bit more...
Bowknot Bend Viewpoint - San Rafael Desert
2025-05-07No. The cliffs are impassable. The trail from the river to the middle of the saddle is as high as yo...
Big Horn Canyon - Hole In The Rock
2025-05-02Yes, I usually update the apps about every 1-2 months depending on changes/additions. I just release...
Notch Peak - Delta
2025-04-30Thanks for the feedback. Updated to west and class 2 instead of easy. Compared to what I was expecti...
Lost Spring Canyon - Robbers Roost
2025-04-29Thanks for the feedback, I added a note about difficulty for larger canyoneers. I personally found i...
Keyhole Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2025-04-29Well, technical it is both the trailhead and exit. :) I think, with the description in hand as well,...
Clearwater Canyon - Cataract Canyon
2025-04-22Thanks, updated to include a link to the permit page. That must be new in the last few years. Bummer...
Egypt 3 Canyon - Escalante
2025-04-17Egypt3 is not as narrow as Leprechaun.
Bullet Canyon - Grand Gulch
2025-04-15No, dogs are prohibited in Grand Gulch and its tributaries including Bullet.
Lower Maidenwater - Trachyte
2025-04-08You don't happen to have a picture of the chockstone do you? I heard of a group that did it just aft...
Arch Nemesis Canyon - Capitol Gorge
2025-04-07It is.
Lost Park Canyon - Robbers Roost
2025-04-04It is just above the final rappel. You can reach it from the exit.trail by going down canyon where t...
Natural Bridges National Monument - Cedar Mesa
2025-03-29Thanks! Not sure where I originally found a reference to Cass naming them, but your right, William A...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2025-03-27I do tend to hike fast! I updated the time to 45 minutes, a few people have contacted me over the ye...
Trachyte Canyon - Trachyte
2025-03-27About 5.5-ish miles from the junction of Woodruff and Trachyte up Woodruff to the highway.
Fable Valley - Dark Canyon
2025-03-26We went in via Natural Bridges, out via Cathedral. If memory serves, the road condition was about th...
Arscenic Canyon - Poison Spring
2025-03-18Sounds like you went WAY down canyon. The standard route is to exit up slickrock on the left at the ...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2025-03-03Great info! I added a note about the level for the exit. I've never encountered above 50 on my trips...
Knotted Rope Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2025-02-27Really depends on the weather, but I have done it in late March or early April in a 3/4 wetsuit and ...
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2025-02-16It is still in the robbers roost area under hiking where it has been. Let me know if you don't find ...
Robbers Roost Overlook - Angel Point
2025-02-13Sure enough! Thanks for letting me know. Updated.
Music Canyon - Southern Swell
2025-02-09I think Muddy Creek is very unlikely to be frozen completely, meaning a wet and cold exit from Music...
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2025-01-23Was this recently? I had heard late last fall the road had seen work and was in better shape again.
Indian Pictograph Park - Logandale
2025-01-14Indeed, I misspelled a couple! For some reason my brain sees the word as Longdale instead of Loganda...
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante : Photo
2025-01-01This is WisconnyJonny's OPTIONAL route that climbs around and rappels down from the top. NO TECHNICA...
Crystal Ball Cave - Snake Valley
2024-12-26Thanks, I’ll update it.
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2024-12-10Was this the spot? https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/tripimage/showphoto/Mpxe If so, I suspect floods ...
Bow and Arrow Canyon - Potash Road
2024-12-03I assume Thanksgiving...
Granary Canyon - Moab : Photo
2024-11-21That is a really nice photo!
Rock Canyon - Bicknell
2024-11-21There is a lot of garbage around the range! I spend a lot of time in Bicknell, and have hiked in thi...
The Citadel - Cedar Mesa
2024-11-13Day hiking requires a pass (unlimited, currently $5, available at Kane Gulch Ranger Station and at m...
Birch Hollow - Zion East Side
2024-11-11Did you rappel the optional first dryfall with the walk around I mentioned above? I can't imagine th...
Poison Spring Canyon - Dirty Devil
2024-11-08Someone reported on the Happy Canyon trip that Hanksville BLM said the Poison Spring road was fixed ...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2024-11-05No recent update for Baptist, but I have heard from a few people that the Roost and North Wash canyo...
Sunglow Canyons / Trail - Bicknell
2024-10-30Yes, I believe it is.
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2024-10-22I think the off-trail nature of Death Hollow makes it a much different hike than an on-trail hike li...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2024-10-16Yes. Baptist is a huge drainage and can hold a lot of water. I would expect very deep wades if it is...
Buck Canyon - White Roost : Photo
2024-10-15For reference, this is not a map for the driving directions in the route description, but an alterna...
Fire Canyon - Capitol Reef
2024-10-15Updated. I think some are using a different tree and/or not getting off rappel as soon as we did.
Long Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2024-10-05I don't remember, other than the rappels were all quite a long ways from White. With a good eye, it ...
Pandora's Box - Capitol Reef
2024-09-29I think maybe you didn't recognize it. I was past there about 2-3 weeks ago and there were lots of c...
Phipps Wash - Escalante
2024-09-28I don't think you would have any problems getting back up the dryfalls, but may need to go to the Es...
Buckskin Gulch - Paria
2024-09-28Thanks, I added a note about water. We had fairly dry conditions on our trip, but I have heard flood...
Petroglyph and Double Arch (Spirit Arch) Canyons - Eastern Reef
2024-09-28There is an underpass you can use in the wash to go under the interstate and then head get on going ...
South Fork of Robbers Roost - Robbers Roost
2024-09-20Someone beat me to it! I had actually measured it at about 24'. Updated, thanks for letting me know ...
Desert Mountain - Delta
2024-09-13I remember it as pretty easy, but it has been awhile…
Upper Black Box - Northern San Rafael Swell
2024-09-10I doubt it. The pictures I saw were the biggest log jams I have seen. I suspect it will be log soup ...
Round Valley Draw - Paria
2024-09-09Thanks for the feedback. I added a warning above. Always amazing to me how floods can change the can...
Sulphur Creek - Capitol Reef
2024-09-09#conditions One chest deep wade, a couple of other waist deep but most of the water is ankle to calf...
Khota Circus - Gold Butte National Monument
2024-09-06I don't think so. The road is fairly rough.
Black Mountain Rock Art District - Mojave
2024-09-05Ah yes, updated. Thanks!
Green River Daily - Green River
2024-08-29Not that I know of. We used a mountain bike on our trip, but had several people offer rides as well....
Upper Black Box - Northern San Rafael Swell
2024-08-23#conditions I have heard there are a couple of MAJOR log jams in the lower part of the Upper Black B...
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2024-07-22Last winter the road was very good and you wouldn’t have any problems. Rainstorms can change the co...
The Great Gallery - Horseshoe Canyon
2024-07-01i would not recommend a low clearance sedan, but a medium clearance subaru or the likes should be fi...
Chimney Canyon - Hidden Splendor
2024-06-18I don't know if they run all summer. I visited in late spring the year I did it, and they flowed ver...
Fire Wave - Valley of Fire
2024-06-16Updated thanks. I wonder if that is new in recent years,. They didn't have any information about sum...
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2024-06-03You could do it either direction, though I recommend going down east because it is the most dramatic...
Lupacchiotta Canyon - Central Swell
2024-06-02In the comments below, you can see an alternative 4x4 road from the south (Devil's Canyon area). We ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2024-05-26Three people asking the same question in a row seems a bit redundant. I heard last July the obstacl...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2024-05-21Between 6.5 and 7 hours with just a few short stops.
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2024-05-21FWIW: I've done it at 160-170CFS in a canoe with no dragging. I should specify 15' canoe with 2 peop...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2024-05-17I talked to a group that went from Hidden Splendor to Hanksville last spring. They said there was a ...
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2024-05-15I don't know if my videos (first two) show Whites or not. Flow was a bit of 10,000 on the trip we di...
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2024-05-13I updated the site about a month ago with that info. I called the BLM office in Hanksville at the ti...
Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone Canyons - Hole In The Rock
2024-05-13Thanks for the reminder I had this on my list to update since last summer. Got it updated!
Old Woman Wash - Eastern Reef
2024-05-12For app support, send me an email with your device details. It is on the app unless you are running ...
Larry Canyon - Robbers Roost
2024-05-08What did you find not beginner friendly? I feel like the rappels are all pretty easy starts and easy...
Sundance Trail - Dark Canyon
2024-05-08I put the flash flood risk as low. It is generally wide with lots of places to climb up a bit if nee...
Halls Creek Narrows - Waterpocket Fold
2024-05-07I don't remember.
Halls Creek Narrows - Waterpocket Fold
2024-05-06No experience, but thanks for pointing it out. I added it to the top of the description so people ar...
Lower Spring Canyon - Capitol Reef
2024-05-06I was just down there, and the Fremont looked low and easy to cross. In general, I usually think if ...
Upper Greasewood - San Rafael Swell
2024-05-06I updated the map and times a bit. I see this one as about the same effort as Upper Three, so think ...
Chimney Canyon - Hidden Splendor
2024-05-04I don't know of any good campsites between the confluence and trailhead.
Stone Donkey Canyon - Paria
2024-05-02Some people choose to carry the rope through so they don't have to hike back to retrieve it. (which ...
Sundance Trail - Dark Canyon
2024-04-26Water generally flows in the bottom of Dark Canyon in spring, fall, and winter. I have heard it can ...
Bloodhound Canyon - Dirty Devil
2024-04-26Good feedback, updated.
Benign Canyon - Dirty Devil
2024-04-23Was it this drop: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/tripimage/showphoto/vv70? If so, I think I rappell...
Alcove Amble Canyon - Dirty Devil
2024-04-22I assume you mean 100' above, not 1000! The topo map and elevation data suggest the total drop heigh...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2024-04-17I added a note about the narrow-ness to make sure people understand it can be tight on larger/broade...
Salmon Falls Creek - Northern Nevada
2024-04-17You can click the two star again to un-rate it.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2024-04-16As mentioned above, I think with the road work done last year you should be able to bike much closer...
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell
2024-04-16Thanks, mileages updated and I added the waypoints to the description so it is easy to verify if the...
The Gulch - Escalante
2024-04-16I double checked and it does include the approach to the loop, the loop, then the return from the lo...
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2024-04-16I am a morning person by nature, and can recommend going very early. Sunrise during the hike up is e...
Pool Arch Canyon - Moab
2024-04-12That is strange, I saw a group doing it last weekend. I didn't stop, but saw the usual fee required ...
Grand Wash - Capitol Reef
2024-04-12Probably. Fern's Nipple is the one you want to be freshest for since it has the most route finding a...
Halls Creek Narrows - Waterpocket Fold
2024-04-08I did it last fall. October I think. It is not for beginners, but easy enough to find and follow if ...
Angel Slot - Angel Point
2024-04-03we didn't do the rap but I remember it being just one drop. It is in a wide.open area.
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2024-03-26Water might be the big issue. I don't know that there is water until near the Great Gallery where I ...
Lower Fish Creek - Comb Wash
2024-03-24Updated. I am glad to see the BLM created a trail that avoids the brush the old one used to go throu...
Jolley Gulch - Zion East Side
2024-03-12I got a response from NPS, shown below when asked if webbing could not be left at the first rappel i...
Jolley Gulch - Zion East Side
2024-03-11I reached out to the NPS to clarify if that is true, and if it applies to other canyons as well. I h...
Moonhouse Ruin (McCloyd Canyon) - Cedar Mesa
2024-03-04I have only been out Snow Flat Road once, years ago, and it would recommend going back to 261... Con...
Montezuma's Gold - Kanab
2024-03-01I have not heard of any closures.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2024-02-21One of my trips was after fairly heavy rains and it wasn't deeper than knee deep, though I have hear...
Garden Balcony - Dirty Devil
2024-02-18I couldn't find an easy way back up out of the Dirty Devil without a very long hike, so didn't try. ...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2024-02-15Passable if you fit. It is pretty tight! East fork has only the one mandatory rappel, though novice ...
Jolley Gulch - Zion East Side
2024-02-15Snow and ice can make down climbs and natural anchors (depending on what they are) more difficult. I...
Gordon Creek Falls - Price
2024-02-14I have been told they are downstream from the Gordon Creek Bridge (I think a bit of a hike, not righ...
Main Butler - North Wash
2024-01-15Odd, must have been a paypal blip. It generally pauses for a second or two before redirecting to Pay...
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2024-01-02The actual moki portion is vertical. I have set a fixed.rope.there.years ago. It adds time but is do...
Bullet Canyon - Grand Gulch
2023-12-20I always recommend getting the Road Trip Ryan App (https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/tripguide) to sup...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2023-12-15I would say it greatly depends on your skill and experience level. I have had a very carefully drive...
South Cainville Mesa - Cainville
2023-12-11Thanks for the correction, yes, west of the deep gully. I didn't look much at the register. If mem...
Hogwarts Canyon - North Wash
2023-12-04Exit gully is labeled such because it is where you exit Hog Springs. :)
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2023-11-11Sure enough, 128 not 191. Updated, thanks for pointing it out.
Alcatraz Canyon - Robbers Roost
2023-11-09I assume you saw the comment below about a week ago? I don't think there has been any forecasted rai...
Lower Spring Canyon - Capitol Reef
2023-11-02Interesting route. Was the goal to avoid a car shuttle? FWIW, I think the hike down Chimney to the c...
Boy Scout Canyon - Black Canyon
2023-10-25Umm, with a 351' rope? You can buy rope by the spool, which I think is about 600'...
Headless Hen and Raven Canyons - King Mesa
2023-10-24Thanks for the feedback, I added a warning and recommendation for sandtrap/water anchors. Things see...
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2023-10-20Perfect thanks for the link. This must have come out a bit after I talked to them last. I wish they ...
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2023-10-19Bolting is illegal? Or using a power drill is illegal? I have heard both at different times over the...
Knotted Rope Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2023-10-16Thanks for the feedback. I added the top of the ravine and cleaned up the map a bit. It seems I had ...
Lupacchiotta Canyon - Central Swell
2023-10-02FWIW: We did the approach you mention above over the weekend. For anyone wanting to go that route, t...
Lower Death Hollow - Escalante
2023-09-30I thought it was easier. Good route finding is key. I have never seen or heard of anyone using a rop...
Egypt 3 Canyon - Escalante
2023-09-24FWIW: It is narrow enough and difficult enough I would not have taken my very canyon experienced dog...
Davis Gulch - Hole In The Rock Road
2023-09-19I've had a Subaru Forester and a RAV4 to Davis Gulch without any issue. Just beyond Davis the road g...
Arch (Johnson) Canyon - Snow Canyon
2023-09-18The approach used to be from the east, from a neighborhood (about 4200 North). At the time, it was p...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2023-09-10The description above has a link on where to find a shuttle.
Cable Canyon - Southern Swell
2023-09-06Thanks for the feedback. Without mud, I believe we downclimbed the small drop after the final pothol...
Bowknot Bend Viewpoint - San Rafael Desert
2023-08-17Yes, that is the trail from the river. And yes, I have been told the butte in the bend does have a r...
Ruby Crest Trail - Elko Nevada
2023-08-16Unfortunately no. It seems the person we used no longer runs shuttles.
Pleasant Creek - Capitol Reef : Photo
2023-08-14Likely late afternoon/early evening I would think.
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2023-08-11No idea. I don't remember seeing any good places, but also wasn't looking very close. Dewey Bridge i...
The Subway (From the Top) - Zion West Side
2023-07-26It is about 8 miles. I don't include the shuttle in my mileage since it is not hiked, but driven. A...
The Wives - Capitol Reef
2023-07-18You are correct, updated! Thanks for the feedback. I don't think Wife 2 gets a lot of traffic, but I...
Sand Creek Falls - Torrey
2023-06-28I don't think there is space for camping very near the trailhead. From my memory, the canyon is narr...
Das Boot - Zion West Side
2023-06-265 hours was my time for the standard route, though I have only done the standard route once. For th...
White River - Vernal
2023-06-22FYI: I have been told the bugs are absolutely epic this year on the White. The high water that reced...
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2023-06-22I had in the description that it is beginner friendly only below 10K CFS, but just added it to the r...
Lower Eardley Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2023-06-21As stated above, the shortcut route might require about a 60' rappel if you don't feel comfortable d...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2023-06-21If you are talking about the season at the top of this page, it is because the chute is an excellent...
Fish Creek Panel - Torrey : Photo
2023-06-20This picture was an earlier shot before the rockfall. For post rockfall, look at this photo: https:/...
Fish Creek Panel - Torrey : Photo
2023-06-20This picture is taken from about the same place this one was: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/tripim...
Lucky Charms - North Wash
2023-06-16To clarify a bit on the crux. I would rate the crux easier than 5.6. It is, however, slab climbing m...
Boars Tusk - Red Desert
2023-06-05I talked to the field office in Rock Springs. They have closed the Boars Tusk to climbing, and are a...
Quandary Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2023-06-01The 1 mile scale on the printable topo map? The GIS software ensures that is correct. From the botto...
Knotted Rope Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2023-06-01I don't include shuttle times in my hiking times, but did change this to 6-8 hours. Seems many take ...
Green River Daily - Green River : Photo
2023-05-30Yeah, I've been thinking of doing it again soon to see what it is like in high water!
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-05-24I suspect it will be a busy weekend on the river. We are floating Saturday, so if you see a blue can...
Chimney Canyon - Hidden Splendor
2023-05-19Going down Chimney to Muddy Creek should be easy. I think you may still find deep holes that are eit...
Ruby and Horsethief Canyons - Colorado River
2023-05-18As ffelix posted below "if you have to ask, maybe you don't have enough experience to take the chanc...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2023-05-18I don't think an 8 foot raft would fit. I remember quite a few narrow passages, even in a canoe. I t...
Crystal Geyser - Green River
2023-05-152023 might be a great time to visit. Per the Utah Division of Water Resources: -------------- Cryst...
Davis Gulch - Hole In The Rock Road
2023-05-15Thanks, updated. I must admit, my first trip through I did it solo and was really sweating the exit....
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2023-05-15Sorry you found it more difficult than expected. I definitely recommend a partner or two for those w...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2023-05-08I don't think tbposey is talking the Behind The Reef road. The road to the standard takeout describe...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2023-05-08I haven't floated that, but have hiked it many times. It is a very pretty, and probably class II in ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-05-07The Wasatch Plateau just west of the Swell. The San Rafael is created by Ferron Creek (Millsite Rese...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-05-07I was hoping to go this weekend as well. Optimistically I hope it is just lower temps earlier last w...
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2023-05-07It is flowing pretty high these days. I think I would do Cisco to Hittle Bottom and it would be a ve...
Larry Canyon - Robbers Roost
2023-05-04FWIW, with a shuttle, the standard Larry is under 5 miles. I definitely recommend a shuttle and an e...
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2023-04-28Not that I know of. On my first trip years ago, I called many shuttles companies around Moab, but no...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-04-28Can you please use the use the private message function on this site instead of in the comments for ...
Ruby and Horsethief Canyons - Colorado River
2023-04-27Maybe a kayaker will chime in. I think it really depends on your experience.We used a raft at about ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-04-26It is about 20 miles of good, graded dirt road. Probably 40-60 minutes one way for most. (that aren'...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2023-04-19It took our group of 4 about 7.5 hours. We were not hurrying, and had a leisurely time in the narrow...
Lower Eardley Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2023-04-14Whenever another app is mentioned, I have to plug the roadtripryan app (https://www.roadtripryan.com...
Burr Point Trail - Dirty Devil
2023-03-30We did not go all the way to the river, but it looks straightforward.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2023-03-29Nice, sounds like they fixed it!
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2023-03-12I've only done it at a high of about 11000. No problems getting campsites at that level. We were in ...
Nine Mile Canyon - Wellington
2023-03-09I didn't know they did that. I'll have to get back there next spring! Amazing place.
Tree of Life - Eastern Swell
2023-02-23We visited again recently from the top. I think it is a way better experience and really fun route. ...
Green River Daily - Green River
2023-02-20No permit needed for the daily stretch
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2023-02-13I talked to the BLM and a large rock slide is what has closed the road. They hope it will be re-open...
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef : Photo
2023-02-13The ladder is no longer in place but this shows the obstacle.
Southern Baptist Canyon - Southern Swell
2023-02-10The point marked Exit Canyon above is the Fault Line Exit canyon,
Neilson Wash - Factory Butte
2023-02-09I whole heartedly agree! We have visited this one more than once, it has become a favorite of our wh...
Lower White Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2023-02-02Here is a photo of what I believe was our entry. I remember it as 3rd class, but might be argued to ...
Lower White Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2023-02-02The map was made via the GPS track from when we did the route, though it was an older Garmin that di...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-01-30I have had good luck in mid-to-late May, though who knows with the snow and temps! Might be a really...
The Great Gallery - Horseshoe Canyon
2023-01-13I believe it used to be an old road, so not particularly steep or difficult (about 500' of loss in a...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-01-02Interesting. Have you seen dead animals in this section? I have done it many times and stopped many ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2023-01-01Usually it does not flow enough in April, but it varies with year depending on snow pack and warm we...
Little Death Hollow - Burr Trail
2022-11-26my route on the map did not go to Wolverine trailhead and has no road walking. If going to Wolverine...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2022-11-26Yes
Little Death Hollow - Burr Trail
2022-11-23The loop described here is between about 16 and 17 miles. I went down Little Death Hollow and up Wol...
Tree of Life - Eastern Swell
2022-11-21Thanks for the tip, I'll check it out next time I am down. We looked briefly for a trail up on our v...
Burr Point Trail - Dirty Devil
2022-11-03It is probably about 4.5 miles one way to the river. maybe 3.5 hours one way for most fit hikers? It...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2022-11-02Coyote Gulch is really amazing. If the roads are dry to get all the way out there, that is an excell...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2022-11-02If there is any chance of wet/icy conditions, I would be very cautious of the descent into Death Hol...
The Great Gallery - Horseshoe Canyon
2022-10-31Wow, I have never been out on the two-track. (or even noticed it!) I added some clarifying verbiage....
Behunin Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2022-10-26Brr! Getting too late in the season for me to be doing canyons! I added a note about the last rappel...
Old School - Capitol Reef
2022-10-23Safety Warning: I don't recommend using the midpoint anchor. (assuming it is still a single piton). ...
Crumbling Canyon - Spanish Fork Canyon
2022-10-16I think that is about the route we went, though probably down a touch too soon. We were on a pretty ...
Eagle/Forgotten Canyons - Western Swell
2022-10-15I believe so, but have not approached from the arch view side.
Arch Canyon Ruin - Cedar Mesa
2022-10-04It has been awhile, and I don't remember which tribe the sign said.
Round Valley Draw - Paria
2022-09-19Doable with backpacking packs, but might be a bit more strenuous. I'd consider bringing a short rope...
Lisa Falls - Wasatch Front
2022-09-15A 60 m rope works, but you will need a second 60 m rope to pull with. Or, just walk back up and drop...
Mystery Canyon - Zion East Side
2022-09-12I have to plug the roadtripryan app here. The description, map, and your location in real time all i...
Lockjaw Canyon - Moab
2022-09-07I am pretty sure it is right on the Rusty Nail when you reach it. Right would be west and heads back...
Mt Ellen - Garfield County Highpoint
2022-08-31Single lane in spots, but wide single lane when it is. Very easy drive with a high clearance. No rea...
Lower Death Hollow - Escalante
2022-08-30Do you have a specific question about some aspect of the route? I've done it several times, so I gue...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2022-08-29I talked to BLM in Hanksville. The route is open as long as you start a bit west of the gate. The pr...
South Fork of Bull Canyon (aka Chambers) - White Roost
2022-08-14Wow, you are the biggest person I know to have done it! I can’t imagine! Nice work, must have been v...
Hard Day Harvey - Bullfrog
2022-08-11It is not yet. I don’t have a ton of things on Lake Powell, so haven’t made the area available.
Colonnade Arch (Five Hole Arch) - San Rafael Desert
2022-08-01They are also available here... See directions and GPS waypoints above. Are you one of the authors o...
Ruth Lake - Western Uintas
2022-07-25Sorry about that. Right mile marker, wrong trailhead name. Updated now. I always recommend verifying...
Buckeyes Canyon - Eastern Reef
2022-06-27BROKE!?!?! Yikes! I've used one many times without issue and thought I had pretty good confidence in...
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante : Photo
2022-06-26This page has all the details. https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/escalante/death-hollow typical...
Extended Lisa Falls - Little Cottonwood Canyon
2022-06-23We found some in place and created a one or two of our own as I recall. I suspect they change a fair...
Das Boot - Zion West Side
2022-06-22Ah yes, thanks for the feedback. You're right, the biggest rappel is about 33. Updated.
Green River Daily - Green River
2022-06-13I would leave the pup at home, but I don't consider myself very skilled on rivers. Regardless of lev...
Green River Daily - Green River
2022-06-13I wouldn't at this level, it is pretty high right now.
Lake Mary - Big Cottonwood Canyon : Photo
2022-06-12Sorry, I don't remember.
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2022-06-08Sadly, I don't think it will be floatable this year. A bad snow year for sure!
Benson Creek - Brian Head
2022-06-07Yes, I think it has gotten a lot more popular. We last did it 2 years ago I think, and the trail was...
Kolob Canyon - Zion West Side
2022-06-06I don't remember any more rappels, just a long hike. Kolob and out to the Temple of Sinawava would b...
Music Canyon - Southern Swell
2022-06-06Good question, added to the notes above. 100 CFS or lower is pretty easy passage. Above 100 might no...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2022-05-24It is the first drainage you cross if coming in from the Boulder side as most do. You can see it on ...
Cluster Canyon (aka Entrajo) - Moab
2022-05-24I don't think you would see much of the good stuff as a non-technical hike.
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2022-05-24I would assume so in moderate flows. We saw a couple of groups on sit on top kayaks on one of our tr...
Larry Canyon - Robbers Roost
2022-05-21Ah, yes, I would not want to teach rappelling in most canyons! :) I only had 2 mandatory rappels whe...
Larry Canyon - Robbers Roost
2022-05-21What did you find more difficult than expected? I’ve taken a few beginners through there over the ye...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2022-05-20We found big pools just down Mamie Creek from where the route crosses. I would expect those to alway...
The Subway (From the Top) - Zion West Side
2022-05-09The water will likely be low with some deep pools to wade/swim. You can contact the Zion Backcountry...
The Subway (From the Top) - Zion West Side
2022-05-09You are not likely to need webbing, as this is a very well travelled canyon. If, however, there ha...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2022-05-05Interesting. I walked out to that point once looking for a reasonable rappel route down, but didn't ...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2022-05-04Give it a try now. I just tested it in my explore account and it imported fine. Funny how "standard"...
Pandora's Box - Capitol Reef
2022-05-02You mention other sites waypoints. Did you find my Meeks Mesa waypoints off? Last time I did it, my ...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2022-04-29You missed half of the good stuff! Added a minor comment above to specify dropping back to the canyo...
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2022-04-11Yes, to me it is a touch narrower, and the narrow section is sustained. For example, Middle lep may ...
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2022-04-01The road is generally pretty good to the Black Jump side road. (10.9 miles) I have camped near the B...
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2022-04-01I am not much of a biker, but it seems like a good approach to me. Driving the Poison Spring road, t...
Hammond Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2022-03-29The Cream Pots trail is much shorter. I chose the longer route from the top in order to see the whol...
Round Valley Draw - Paria
2022-03-24It depends on the dog and your skills. Generally not recommended. You will need to hoist the dog up ...
Great Gusto Canyon - Eastern Reef
2022-03-24No, a natural anchor.
Timpie Canyon - Capitol Reef
2022-03-22The park permit page says it’s to protect sensitive resources. I assume it is nesting birds.
Little White Roost Canyon - White Roost
2022-03-21Good feedback, updated the directions to say STAY STRAIGHT at 5.6. :)
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2022-03-19I would say Egypt 3 is a tighter than Red Breaks.
Hammond Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2022-03-13My distances are round trip. https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/c/getting-started/length
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2022-02-19I am a huge fan of the Utah Atlas And Gazetteer. It never leaves.my vehicle!
Ferns Nipple - Capitol Reef
2022-02-17There is not an anchor on top, someone in your group will need to be able to downclimb the route. Bo...
Colonnade Arch (Five Hole Arch) - San Rafael Desert
2022-02-07Ah, I found a boundary map! Reaching the trailhead is outside the boundary, so reaching the trailhea...
Double Alcove Ruin - Comb Ridge
2022-02-05Make sure your device is set to WGS84 datum for degrees. It is a fun hike!
Elephant Butte - Arches National Park
2022-01-27You won't see much of a good sunrise from the top of the first rappel since you don't get to the top...
White River - Vernal
2022-01-27I haven't done the upper section yet. (which is why I don't provide info on it) FWIW, when I did thi...
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2022-01-17It is narrower above.
City Creek Canyon - Salt Lake City : Photo
2022-01-11Lower down, near site 8.
Funnel Arch - Kane Creek
2022-01-02That is what locals I know down there call it, and what Google maps calls it. I hadn't heard about t...
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2021-12-22I would contact the National Forest. If they don't allow anyone to be permitted, I am not sure you w...
Davis Gulch - Hole In The Rock Road
2021-12-12From my memory it would be very hard to get a dog through, and NOT one I would try to take my experi...
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2021-12-09Great loop! Wonder dog Lucy was always incredibly mellow about being passed up/down obstacles. It wo...
Beaver Bay Canyon - Capitol Reef
2021-12-06Yup, must have added a one there, it is almost exactly 5 miles from the visitor center. Thanks for p...
Englestead Canyon - Zion East Side
2021-11-30Updated the description a bit to reflect more water. Seems floods have scoured out the canyon a bit ...
Upper Muley Twist - Burr Trail
2021-11-22You shouldn't. In fact the first time I did it was over a very cold Thanksgiving. A great time to be...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-11-16I assume it hasn't gotten cold enough to ice up yet. You probably won't get much sun, since the rive...
The Wives - Capitol Reef
2021-11-15Thanks for the conditions updates. FYI since some people miss it. GPX is available for download here...
East / West Fork of Big Spring Canyon - High Spur
2021-11-13Added a warning to the description. Amazing to think of how much water flowed through these canyons ...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2021-11-11From this approach, no problem. Via poison spring more difficult. This trailhead is reachable by mos...
Bingo Canyon - Dirty Devil
2021-11-02Good feedback, glad you kept a cool head and were able to work it out. I updated the notes section a...
Cottonwood Wash Ruins - Eastern Reef
2021-10-30The.map matches the cottonwood wash described here. Or am I missing something? There are a couple o...
White River - Vernal
2021-10-27My understanding from the BLM when I contacted them was that if you get out at the Enron takeout des...
Kolob Canyon - Zion West Side
2021-10-24Great feedback, I had added the info to the Boundary Canyon description, but not this one. Now added...
Merry Piglet - North Wash : Photo
2021-10-24Indeed, thanks!
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante
2021-10-22I doubt it matters much on the approach. On top it is wide open and easy to cross sides if needed. I...
Goblin's Lair - Goblin Valley : Photo
2021-10-19Ah yes, I should have specified, Molly's Castle is the tower in the foreground.
Spry Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2021-10-08I measured it at 165, and GENERALLY my measurements are a touch long, so it is likely a few feet und...
Behunin Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2021-10-05What beta here did you find incomplete? Always looking for suggestions to improve the info here if s...
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-10-05Thanks for packing out all the tat! I appreciate it when people clean up the tat messes that seem to...
Swett and Woodruff Canyons - Trachyte
2021-09-29I boosted my 50 lb. German Wirehair Pointer by myself, but she was very used to be being boosted and...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2021-09-21I've been wondering how the Roost canyons were after the major floods over the summer. Sounds like s...
The Subway (From the Top) - Zion West Side
2021-09-13This is a fascinating year! I have heard of some canyons filling with sediment, while some are being...
Lower White Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2021-09-03No, it is very steep walled. Exits are pretty few and far between. We enjoyed the out and back immen...
Lower White Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2021-09-03Should be able to go up to the Black Hole Exit. We turned around not far past the bridge on our trip...
Arizona Hot Springs - Black Canyon
2021-08-31A packraft trip from there to the dam would be excellent! I'd recommend hiking up the bottom end of ...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-08-24It is definitely a maze out there. Excellent map skills needed and a gps highly recommended. My hope...
Gobblers Knob - Millcreek Canyon
2021-08-23No streams. This year I doubt you will find any water in Alexander Basin. There is a spring down fro...
Lower Butler Wash - River Panel - Comb Ridge
2021-08-10I have not done the other route, so can't comment. The hike described here down Lower Butler Wash is...
Sunglow Canyons / Trail - Bicknell
2021-08-05Wow! I have heard of several big floods in the area. I can't imagine it scouring out that deep. Can'...
Pine Creek - Zion Main Canyon
2021-07-29I always recommend wetsuits. It is so much more enjoyable when you aren't hurrying/shivering! I have...
Moab to Potash - Colorado River
2021-07-26I think you should be fine. I have done sections of the Green River at about that level with no prob...
Mount Peale - San Juan County Highpoint
2021-07-26Sorry you had a bad trip. Heavy rains change conditions, and there have been some big storms this ye...
Ruby Crest Trail - Elko Nevada
2021-07-18About 65 miles. It took us about 1.5 hours one way.
Pine Creek - Zion Main Canyon
2021-07-07The comment right below is from 3 days ago. That is pretty recent! I would assume rains have raised ...
Box Canyon - Maple Canyon
2021-07-06I definitely thought it was a bit brushy as well. The GPX is available at the top of the page, which...
Quandary Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2021-06-24My Garmin had a very hard time with bouncing signal in Quandary! Thanks for the feedback. I just upd...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-06-12I have never seen a paddle raft on this section. My guess is it might be pretty slow. As mentioned a...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2021-06-12Good suggestion, added a warning about it!
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-06-03Weather.gov point click is useful for that. For instance: https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-06-03I haven't heard any reports lately. Given temps and low water I (unfortunately) would expect them to...
Mount Nebo - Utah County Highpoint
2021-05-31I don't remember any great sites to camp along the way. Once you get to the ridge, it is quite steep...
Providence Cave - Nothern Utah
2021-05-31I don't believe so.
Little White Roost Canyon - White Roost
2021-05-30Wow! I haven't seen many sheep in the roost. Sad the poor guy fell in.
Lower Eardley Canyon - San Rafael Swell : Photo
2021-05-26You'll likely get more of a response posting your question on the route page instead of on this phot...
Ding and Dang Canyons - San Rafael Swell
2021-05-19Unless on an ATV, hiking Ding/Dang would be much faster I think. Even on an ATV, my preference would...
Constrychnine Canyon - Poison Spring
2021-05-18Sure enough, updated. Thanks!
Lost Park Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-05-18Deadman and cairn anchors should work. We used a knot chock and deadman on the last rappel, but a go...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2021-05-10Got this added: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/capitol-reef/north-caineville-mesa--north-rou...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2021-05-10Floating or hiking? Hiking, I would recommend going up from the bottom as far you want and returning...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2021-05-09I just did this a few days ago. Write up coming soon. Not a particularly easy route.
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-05-07With current low water levels, I would guess 5-7 hours to float that. 5 with a fair bit of paddling ...
No Mans Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-05-04What did you find terrible about the slickrock exit? I’ve done No Mans many times over the years, an...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-05-03It is in the long term plans, but I won't get to it this spring.
Ding and Dang Canyons - San Rafael Swell
2021-05-01You can access it that way, though after Chute Canyon, the Behind the Reef Road becomes a trail for ...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-04-30Yes, going in the little blue exit or west fork would work. You can see some slot doing it that way,...
Green River Daily - Green River
2021-04-28I've done it at 2400 cfs in a cataraft (which. is the pics above). At the level I probably could man...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2021-04-28I wouldn't recommend it for someone solo unless you are very confident in your climbing. The up clim...
The Golden Cathedral - Escalante
2021-04-27If you are canyoneering, check out the canyon page. It has some recent condition info. This descript...
Round Valley Draw - Paria : Photo
2021-04-26Yes, my memory is this is the biggest drop in the canyon. It is an easy size for most to down climb...
Swett and Woodruff Canyons - Trachyte
2021-04-26Both have a couple of class 4 obstacles. Nothing an experienced scrambler will have issues with, but...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-04-23Right now the water is low, so I would expect pretty large beaches and gravel/sand bars for camping....
Sunglow Canyons / Trail - Bicknell
2021-04-20As of last weekend, the second rappel had webbing around a boulder, though I suspect it is removed o...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2021-04-20Yes, the section from the dryfall into Horseshoe can be upclimbed, though I would only recommend it ...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-04-20It fluctuated between about 1500 and 1700 that trip. They had the motor mounted on a transom that sw...
Mystery Canyon - Zion East Side
2021-04-15Not sure I understand the question. Orderville is less technical, and you just walk into the Zion Na...
Egypt 2 Canyon - Escalante
2021-04-15Yes, the anchor is a substantial distance back from the edge. I think a 120' would be too short. Not...
Bull Valley Gorge - Bryce Area
2021-04-12I must have been staring at the scenery and mis-marked! Map updated, thanks for the correction.
White Roost Canyon - White Roost
2021-04-07The bottom of Mindbender Canyon has a great seep that I have collected water from by setting a bottl...
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2021-04-01It would vary with the year. I would find early April very cold, and would take a full wetsuit/be pr...
Moab to Potash - Colorado River
2021-03-23No permit needed, and early May would likely be lovely! No rapids (anytime), but higher flows in May...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-03-22I haven't usually had bug issues in the desert until May-ish. I've done an early May trip with no pr...
Mud Wash Dunes and Lollipop Panel - Gold Butte National Monument
2021-03-17Feel free to e-mail me: ryan@roadtripryan.com. Would love to see what we missed out there. It seems ...
Mud Wash Dunes and Lollipop Panel - Gold Butte National Monument
2021-03-17Hmm, not sure. That is what the locals told us was the lollipop panel. Neat area.
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell : Photo
2021-03-09Wow, great photo!
Upper Muley Twist - Burr Trail
2021-03-08It has been done. I think 2 or 3 drops with a couple of pools from what I remember being told.
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2021-02-25Turns out Garmin (at least) is picky about header line returns. I made a minor change and was able t...
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2021-02-25What program are you trying to open it with? It validates and opens in all the gpx viewers I've trie...
Arch (Johnson) Canyon - Snow Canyon
2021-02-16Two comments down mentioned doing that route. I have not tried it, but have heard from a few sources...
Poison Creek - Boise Idaho
2021-02-14I generally carry 50 ft of webbing on most trips. That should be more.than enough for poison creek.
Lower Eardley Canyon - San Rafael Swell : Photo
2021-02-09The canyon? no. Down this gully? Yes, but it is loose. I took my dog down this as part of the upper ...
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2021-02-08The road can be high clearance between the Great Gallery side road jct and Moonshine. I've seen it s...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-02-03I've done it several times in 3 days, without feeling like it was too much paddling. (Especially if ...
Little Finland - Gold Butte National Monument
2021-01-27We had considered that as well! I thought it might be as fast as driving the longer route road. Havi...
Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone Canyons - Hole In The Rock
2021-01-25It is still there under hiking where it has always been.
Kings Peak - Highest Point in Utah
2021-01-09Most years there would be a lot of snow in June. I know people who have skied the last 1/2 in mid-Ju...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2021-01-05You could certainly walk the road. It is wide and frequently used by bikers. Traffic coming up/down ...
MMI Canyon - Arches National Park
2021-01-01Definitely do NOT do it if it is cold/icy/snowy. There have been several rescues there. Dry and warm...
Woody Canyon - Trachyte Area
2020-12-31My memory is not good enough to remember if it was that one, or another one..... I just remember thi...
Woody Canyon - Trachyte Area
2020-12-31I don't think the geometry would work with a grappling hook.
Nine Mile Canyon - Wellington
2020-12-30Sure enough! Thanks for the feedback, updated.
Red Man of Timpie Valley - Grantsville
2020-12-08Actually, the coordinates are on a couple of other sites as well, Though vandalism is a concern, t...
Stegosaur Slot - Capitol Reef
2020-11-29I updated the description, most do down climb the rest but for beginners the extra rope is likely go...
Graham Peak - Silver Island Mountains
2020-11-12Nice! I thought the up was really fun! The down a little loose... Neat peak.
Elephant Butte - Arches National Park
2020-11-11Thanks, I updated the description so others aren't surprised by a bigger rap than they expected!
Hyde Draw - Central Swell
2020-11-08Wow, very sad to hear about the burros. I know there was some concern this spring that the drought w...
Upper Three Fingers Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2020-11-08There was some discussion on the upper greasewood page about the trailhead. I haven't gotten a respo...
Hog Canyons - North Wash
2020-11-07I remember going on the right. Not terribly hard. If in doubt, bring enough rope to do the rappel in...
Upper Greasewood - San Rafael Swell
2020-10-29Interesting, there was a road closed sign at the END of the road when I was there. I tried to conta...
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2020-10-25It is in the Roost area under hiking. If you can't find it, email me at ryan - at - roadtripryan - ...
Arch (Johnson) Canyon - Snow Canyon
2020-10-17Shuttle is required.
Neon Canyon - Escalante
2020-10-14Yes, there was a bolt on our visit and I have heard fairly recently (last spring I think) that it wa...
Neon Canyon - Escalante
2020-10-14It is really confusing to people when a comment references information from other sites. Please comm...
Water Canyon - Hildale
2020-10-12Longest listed is 158 (r4). That works, but most will want some extra rope to get to a more comforta...
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2020-10-09Did not work with the 70m I had. We had a pull-cord anyway and needed to use it.
Sundance Trail - Dark Canyon
2020-10-04I don’t think so. It can become very near dry or dry some years.
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2020-09-29Definitely nothing 75' in the canyon. Looks like instead of going down the drainage, you rappelled o...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2020-09-28I don't think there is other water than the dirty devil. At least not the times I have been there.
Shenanigans - Middle West Butler
2020-09-24I know the grim crawl HAS been ascended, but I would find it pretty sketchy.
Shenanigans - Middle West Butler
2020-09-24I would say Shenanigans is a touch tighter than Leprechaun. I think it would be a struggle to fit th...
Green River - Flaming Gorge
2020-09-23I don't see any errors in the logs, and it is working currently. Error when downloading or opening? ...
Green River - Flaming Gorge
2020-09-21Oops, good catch! Updated.
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2020-09-16It will require long days and probably lots of paddling. I would estimate 15 hours of floating with ...
Lower Calf Creek Falls - Escalante
2020-09-15Yes, it flows year round.
Dutchman Arch - Locomotive Point - San Rafael Swell
2020-09-13Dunno, maybe 8-10 feet.
SGR Canyon - South of Moab
2020-09-13No guide, none in our group had done the canyon before. I consider myself average fitness, though ...
Dutchman Arch - Locomotive Point - San Rafael Swell : Photo
2020-09-13No idea, maybe 8-10 ft?
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell
2020-09-08I would say moderate. Gps helpful or good map and compass skills. Finding the drop in from the top m...
Lost and Found Canyon - Arches National Park : Photo
2020-09-03Nice photo!
Neon Canyon - Escalante
2020-09-02I wouldn't recommend Neon without some previous pothole experience. The potholes can be tricky to es...
Kolob Canyon - Zion West Side
2020-09-01It is required. I don't think it is ever available online, you would need to go in to get the permit...
Kings Peak - Highest Point in Utah
2020-08-21About 5 miles (one way) via the shortcut described above. 7-ish miles one way if going via Painter B...
Kings Peak - Highest Point in Utah
2020-08-21Filterable at Dollar Lake, or the streams near the lake. Beyond the lake to the summit there is like...
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2020-08-17You have to descend the rest of the canyon.
Sand Creek Falls - Torrey
2020-07-22Thanks for the feedback, updated.
Ostler Lake and Peak - Western Uintas
2020-07-17No, its all in there. What are you trying to open it with? Might be your viewer.
Green River - Flaming Gorge
2020-07-15I don't think you could. If you try, you will need a wetsuit. The water coming from the bottom of th...
Benson Creek - Brian Head
2020-07-06Updated, yes, this is a much better approach!
Mount Nebo - Utah County Highpoint
2020-06-25No, good road, passable by all vehicles when dry. (only 0.4 miles one way isn't paved, and could be ...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2020-06-14Probably 2-3 hours at an average pace.
The Squeeze - San Rafael Swell
2020-06-10Normal approach from Factory Butte side up the Moroni Slopes is about 4 miles. (Just the approach.)...
Chimney Rock - Escalante
2020-06-08Aiding off the bolts. C1
Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone Canyons - Hole In The Rock
2020-06-04Feel free to email me at ryan@roadtripryan.com for these types of support questions since they are n...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2020-05-27I think the next gully system down canyon a couple of minutes. (if memory serves...)
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2020-05-27I think you were likely too early, I know another group that did the same thing. The exit is much ea...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2020-05-26Very warm temps this week, so maybe an increase? Often early to mid-June is a good time, though thi...
Green River Daily - Green River
2020-05-25I don't, I've always brought my own gear.
Funnel Arch - Kane Creek
2020-05-25It is guided by some companies in Moab, but I don't have details.
Horse Tanks Canyon - White Canyon Area
2020-05-18Nothing tricky on our trip (boulders and a tree or two if I recall), but floods can change that. Goo...
Buckeyes Canyon - Eastern Reef
2020-05-14I haven't heard of Eagle Arch in the eastern reef. I got the name Tip Top Arch from http://www.utaha...
Round Valley Draw - Paria
2020-05-12Thanks for the update. Description updated.
Hog Canyons - North Wash
2020-05-09Oh yeah, it is on the right LDC! Thanks, updated.
Three Fingers and Uneva Canyons - Eastern Reef
2020-05-08The road from I-70 (described here) is shorter and tends to be quite good. Usually easily passable i...
Alcatraz Canyon - Robbers Roost
2020-05-08You may be the record holder! I did it at 6'2"/185 and thought it wasn't too bad, but can't imagine ...
Fry Canyon Ruins Overlook - Cedar Mesa
2020-05-06Description of getting to the ruins is on the Fry Canyon page ( https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/ut...
White River - Vernal
2020-05-06The download gpx button on top.
Lost Spring Canyon - Robbers Roost
2020-05-06The lower section is not a particularly interesting (IMHO) short narrow section that then drops 40 ...
White River - Vernal
2020-05-06We took a 15' canoe. The rapids are few and easy to maneuver (at 700 CFS anyway). Higher would prob...
Green River - Flaming Gorge
2020-05-03Sure enough. Updated to be the one near Greendale.
Story Rock - Skull Valley
2020-04-27Sounds like our trip, with an almost one year old on my back in epic winds! Neat place to visit.
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert : Photo
2020-04-26I remember that spot! I chimney-ed (back on one wall, feet on the other). Got a. couple of feet down...
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2020-04-26Interesting, I wonder if floods have change the boulders a bit. I've had a dog through twice without...
Cane Wash - Northern Swell
2020-04-23I would just hike upstream along the San Rafael. (From the exit trailhead). That is stunning, and pr...
Red Man of Timpie Valley - Grantsville
2020-04-20Our toddler made the last climb up on her own, so I considered it easy. :) She was carried down thou...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2020-03-21I'd go to the bottom of Death Hollow, camp, go up or down Death Hollow a bit, then return.
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2020-03-19That is about what we paid I think. I am very unlucky at hitchhiking, so wouldn't even try. You will...
White River - Vernal
2020-03-13If you look at the USGS data (Full Details in the Current CFS at the top of the page), it is general...
Stone Donkey Canyon - Paria
2020-03-11If you look at the map, you can see the approach loop where it climbs out of the canyon. This is may...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2020-03-08The Hanksville BLM office can give you road conditions, it is graded periodically. If recently grade...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2020-03-08You could follow the route described here to the river ( https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/nort...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2020-03-04I would be most concerned about the amount of flow in Parunaweep for the exit. You may try calling t...
Golden Throne - Capitol Reef
2020-03-03Yes, I've heard it is just about where the trail ends, and a 4th class move or two up the obvious le...
Golden Throne - Capitol Reef
2020-03-02From my understanding, you can get to the base of the Golden Throne from the end of the trail,. Gett...
Ho Hum Canyon - White Roost
2020-02-27Small chock stones on my trips. I heard a bolt was placed then removed at some point. They seemed qu...
Arch (Johnson) Canyon - Snow Canyon
2020-02-24Thanks for the reminder. I'd been meaning to push the update, but it had been lost in the shuffle. N...
Not Tierdrop Canyon - Arches National Park
2020-02-18Thanks, updated the description with the longer rappel length.
Neon Canyon - Escalante
2020-02-14I've been there when it has been fairly reasonable, and when it wouldn't be. Ideally I would NOT rec...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2020-02-06Not recommended. I did it late one September and needed a 3/4mm full. I think you would be very cold...
Muley Point - Cedar Mesa
2020-02-04Updated, thanks!
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2020-01-21Wow! Can't imagine that traverse with snow even with a climbing gear! Not many places for protection...
Blue John Canyon - Robbers Roost
2019-12-12For Little Blue, it is easy to go out the west fork which gets you back to your car easily. Going u...
Labyrinth Canyon - Green River
2019-12-03My guess is you'll wear yourself out. It is slow, especially if there is any headwind. I did the t...
Three Canyon - San Rafael Desert
2019-11-07I know of one person that went out upstream years ago before they knew of the climbers exit. They en...
Monkey Business - West - West Butler
2019-10-29It is called No Kidding. A few rappels to 200', with DIFFICULT natural anchors. Semi keepers. Done b...
Watson Canyon - Torrey : Photo
2019-10-29No, all natural anchors.
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2019-10-26Three Canyon details here: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/robbers-roost/threecanyon
Moonshine Wash - San Rafael Desert
2019-10-24Not easily. You could get out before Trin Alcove Bend, as some use this as an alternate approach/exi...
Parriott Mesa - Castle Valley
2019-10-07Natural when I was there. You might not find webbing, as many (most?) downclimb it and may pick up ...
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2019-10-04Right fork is excellent. I would be cautious going solo. There are some downclimbs where a person to...
Munchkin Canyon - Trachyte - Land of Oz
2019-09-27Good feedback, I re-worked the description a bit to give a bit of a heads up on the stemming. Severa...
Woody Canyon - Trachyte Area
2019-09-23Thanks, fixed.
Lake Catherine - Big Cottonwood Canyon : Photo
2019-08-29And a couple of moose if you have a sharp eye!
Fable Valley - Dark Canyon
2019-08-28High clearance recommended. The road is usually good enough for carefully drive 2wd. It is only abou...
Choprock Canyon - Escalante
2019-08-19Thanks. I updated the maps. On our trip, with DIM headlamps, the track was a mess where we tried num...
Lower Black Box - San Rafael Swell
2019-07-30Wow, over a 100 CFS would be pretty intense in my world! I don't believe it is dam controlled but ha...
Alcatraz Canyon - Robbers Roost
2019-07-21FWIW, I would expect a large group to be pretty slow in that narrow of a canyon. Experienced or not,...
Orderville Canyon - Zion East Side
2019-07-10Much deeper pools in Orderville. I do not wear a wetsuit in the narrows if it is hot, but always do ...
Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone Canyons - Hole In The Rock
2019-06-28AllTrails?!?!? Road Trip Ryan App combines the beta AND navigation. :) https://www.roadtripryan.c...
Cistern and Ramp Canyons - San Rafael Swell
2019-06-17You can do it that way, and it makes a lot of sense if setting up a hand line. I think Ramp is the m...
The Black Hole of White Canyon - Hite
2019-06-15In some form or another, years. Maybe since the log jam in about 2006?
Right Fork of North Creek - Zion West Side
2019-06-12Nice! I would not have expected keeper potholes in there either until Tom ran into them! http://ca...
Burch Hollow - Millcreek Canyon : Photo
2019-05-29Not really. You would likely need to get to the ridge to find anywhere flat enough and the ridge is ...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2019-05-29I would be concerned about durability. You will likely hit, drag, and snag on dozens of rocks during...
Upper Stair Canyon - North Wash
2019-05-29Yes, the canyon changes layers here, and becomes more open with boulder lined slopes. I have done fu...
Cameltoe Canyon - Moab : Photo
2019-05-29Note, taking this trail does not follow the route described. (So your on your own! :) )
Goblin's Lair - Goblin Valley
2019-05-29Yes.
The Gulch - Escalante
2019-05-21Good feedback, thanks. FWIW, I did it solo WITH A DOG, by bringing a short rope and hauling the pack...
Horse Play Canyon - North Wash : Photo
2019-05-08Wow, great perspective on the photo!
The Great Gallery - Horseshoe Canyon
2019-05-05I generally camp near the Moonshine Trailhead or Three Canyon Trailhead nearby. Both, I think, are ...
Bull Valley Gorge - Bryce Area
2019-05-04Wow, crazy! Thanks for the update.
Big Hole Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-05-02I had a RAV4 and a Subaru Forester to the trailhead, both carefully driven without problem. Generall...
Natural Bridges National Monument - Cedar Mesa
2019-04-30Thanks, hoping to get back there next fall!
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2019-04-29I am an early start person, usually leaving the trailhead by 7:30-8, and have yet to have a group in...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-04-24I was in Buckhorn Wash last weekend and talked to packrafters that had done it. They didn't mention ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-04-24It is probably 1.5-2 hours between the two depending on your dirt road driving speeds. Muddy Creek ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-04-22No advice, but if you go, let me know how it works out! I would think a 13' raft would be too big an...
Three Canyon - San Rafael Desert
2019-04-22It was a real 15m when I did it. Take some webbing in case you need to extend the anchor to the edge...
Fable Valley - Dark Canyon
2019-04-19RT. ( https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/c/getting-started/length)
Sheep Creek - Paria
2019-04-17This site focuses on helping people find amazing things. Awareness will hopefully create an apprecia...
Pinnacle #1 - Northern Swell : Photo
2019-04-10Stunning picture! Love it when the sky has a few clouds for texture.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2019-04-10Not really any good campsites from Burr Point until Happy. Camping near the mouth of Happy or up abo...
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2019-04-04True. Though by BLM 2007-084 I think they are allowed in the Dirty Devil WSA if a permit is secured ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-04-02No, up the Buckhorn Wash road and across/down to Fuller Bottom. The trail along the south side of th...
Horse Play Canyon - North Wash
2019-03-26FWIW: I used to recommend this to beginners. Several beginner groups found the climbing and stemming...
Fins and Things Canyon - Moab
2019-03-23Bummed to hear that. Thanks for getting the word out!
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2019-02-17Hard to say. It as been a good snow year, but generally I have had the best luck mid to late May.
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2019-02-04Currently no permits required.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2019-02-01Nice! I've tried that float a few times, but never caught the flow just right when my vacation sched...
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell
2019-01-27I remember springs 1/2 to 3/4 of the way up. There was a spring right at the exit I show, or maybe j...
Boltergeist Canyon - Leeds
2018-11-19Very interesting, thanks for the update!
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2018-11-19I've been out there a few times. Generally a carefully drive high clearance will be fine, though I h...
Lower Death Hollow - Escalante
2018-11-09Which exact section are you referring to? The pools were knee deep or less on my trip with skirting ...
South Fork of Bull Canyon (aka Chambers) - White Roost
2018-11-07A little tighter in my opinion. I've done both many times, and Chambers is the one I pause and reall...
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell
2018-11-05No, and I think most of it is in a wsa.
Cameltoe Canyon - Moab
2018-11-05Bolts when I went through, some natural anchor options if they have been removed.
Lupacchiotta Canyon - Central Swell
2018-10-25Good feedback. Larger vehicles would be harder. I've been there is a Ford Ranger (no problem) and a ...
Cane Wash - Northern Swell
2018-10-23It was filterable and pretty plentiful when I visited, but that was spring on a normal precipitation...
Weavers Caves - Escalante
2018-10-16Thanks for the feedback. We had started on the social trail at the top of the slabs, but didn't real...
Double Arch Canyon - Eastern Reef
2018-10-16Not avoidable.
Dragonfly Canyon - Arches National Park
2018-10-15Wow, I have only seen Courthouse flowing on one or two occasions! Thanks for the pullout change, upd...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2018-10-03Much of the hike is on high open ground, I would be concerned with lightning. Crossing Death Hollow,...
Bells Canyon - Salt Lake City
2018-10-02Flows might be reasonable in late fall. In mid-summer it was way high for anything I'd be interested...
The Golden Cathedral - Escalante
2018-10-01Definitely. Going down and back Fence is about 8 miles, or only 1 mile longer than the direct route,...
Cherry Canyon - Virgin River Gorge
2018-09-20The canyon seems to be done quite often these days, so you are likely to find anchors in place. I wo...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2018-09-17Updated with some clarification. I have gotten quite a few emails on this one over the years. Many g...
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2018-09-12Generally you will find webbing in place, but floods or other canyoneers may remove them. It is alwa...
Deadeye Dick Canyon - Zion East Side
2018-09-05Did the road waypoint in the description not match the jct.?
Naturalist Basin - Western Uintas
2018-08-29Dogs are supposed to be on leash in the Uinta's, though I have had two rangers tell me they generall...
Southern Baptist Canyon - Southern Swell
2018-08-26It was a natural anchor last time I was there.
Egypt 1 Canyon - Escalante
2018-08-23I don't have a map of a route for all 3. We did 1 & 2 one day and 3 the next.
Weavers Caves - Escalante
2018-08-19I think getting down to the canyon floor would be tough, it is a pretty sheer walled canyon.
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2018-08-14That would be a great loop. Starting at the top adds length and some very beautiful sections. If you...
Boulder Mail Trail - Escalante
2018-07-27You may find water in Sand Creek, but otherwise dry to Death Hollow. There are a few good campsites ...
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2018-07-21I think it would be incredibly slow and not very fun. Hitch hiking is pretty doable, or hire a shut...
Box Canyon - Maple Canyon
2018-07-18Yikes, that was a bit poorly written. Thanks, cleaned up a bit!
Right Fork of North Creek - Zion West Side
2018-07-09For clarity to other readers, the Bypass Entrance on the map is where you will re-enter the canyon i...
North Caineville Mesa South Route - Caineville
2018-07-02Ah yes, 24. Thanks, updated. I do consider it moderate. I've recommended it to quite a few fairly ne...
Lower Eardley Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2018-06-30Many people don't in that warm of temps. I am not very cold tolerant and would take a shortie.
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2018-06-26Fairly mellow. When rapids are encountered, they are short lived.
The Subway (From the Bottom) - Zion West Side
2018-06-26There is parking at the trailheads. If you don't have two cars, a shuttle from Springdale is a good ...
Green River - Flaming Gorge
2018-06-23Around 2,000 cfs. (Late August)
Spry Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2018-06-23I think you would come up a bit short. It used the full 50m as I recall.
Lower Old Woman Wash - Eastern Reef
2018-05-28Sure enough, thanks for the comment. Route updated.
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2018-05-20Thanks for commenting! I love to hear the history of these types of things!
Buckskin Gulch - Paria
2018-05-20Definitely the Buckskin side. Amazing sections a short distance from the trailhead.
Arch (Johnson) Canyon - Snow Canyon
2018-05-02Thanks for the heads up. Link updated.
Cluster Canyon (aka Entrajo) - Moab
2018-05-02I can't imagine the juniper not being there but there are quite a few anchor options to choose from....
Bowknot Bend Viewpoint - San Rafael Desert
2018-04-29Not sure I understand where you got stopped, but this route ends at a point about 4700-ish ft in ele...
West Canyon - Lake Powell
2018-04-28I don't remember. I think we just called the marina and they had some recommendations.
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2018-04-22Actually not nearly as much private as I thought. I added the ownership layer to my maps above.
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2018-04-22I've always camped at Dewey Bridge, and done lunch on one of the islands along the way. . There is a...
Sheiks Canyon - Grand Gulch
2018-04-16From my comment above, I think people aren't following the cairns wide enough around the two dryfall...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2018-04-14With that region currently at 43% of snowpack, I expect IF it flows enough to float, it will be a ve...
Colonnade Arch (Five Hole Arch) - San Rafael Desert
2018-04-09The link to the area overview at the top of the page has quite a bit of info: https://www.roadtripr...
Kroger Via Ferrata - Colorado
2018-04-08No guide required.
Cottonwood Wash - Northern Swell
2018-04-01Yes, pretty dog friendly. I had my dog Lucy along on my trip.
Medieval Chamber - Moab
2018-03-30If you end up rappelling off the tree at the end, instead of the simul-rap, you will likely need a l...
North Fork of Robbers Roost - White Roost
2018-03-25I don't believe so, but didn't try.
Burr Slot - Poison Spring
2018-02-28I think coming back up would be pretty physical. I remember a couple of tightish downclimbs that wou...
Black Table Canyon - Trachyte
2018-01-10Short as I recall, probably 30' or less.
Kolob Canyon - Zion West Side
2017-12-12Generally no. High elevation means snow (and snow melt) make this one impassable until flows recede....
Sunrise/Sunset Arches - Escalante
2017-12-11Most vehicles can make it to Sunset Arch most of the time, however the Hole-In-The-Rock road can var...
Fins and Things Canyon - Moab
2017-12-04All natural anchors as I recall.
Monkey Business - West - West Butler
2017-11-27Not great geometry to catch the bag as I recall, but since we had two+, it was an easy partner assis...
Monkey Business - West - West Butler
2017-11-22We used a bag toss, though I think in the end, person 2 rappelled in after I took the photo and gave...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2017-11-15I heard from a group in early October that had waist deep pools.
Arch Nemesis Canyon - Capitol Gorge
2017-11-07We had water to about waist a few weeks ago. 1/2 of the group had wetsuits, 1/2 didn't. I was glad t...
Arch Nemesis Canyon - Capitol Gorge
2017-11-05Yes, this is a great example of setting anchors up to minimize rope grooves and damage to the rock f...
Heaps Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2017-10-10Thanks for the feedback. Map added to show west rim approach with accurate mileages.
Slideanide Canyon - Poison Spring
2017-09-28A touch harder, and a bit more remote, though beginners with a few canyons under their belts should ...
Lupacchiotta Canyon - Central Swell
2017-09-21Not all dogs are good about it, but Lucy didn't mind rappelling. Ruffware makes a climbing rated har...
Over Under Ruins - Cedar Mesa
2017-09-19Agreed on the mileage with this one, lots of small side roads all within the same general area. GPS ...
Tower Ruin and Big Feet Panel - Cedar Mesa
2017-09-18Awesome, thanks for the coordinates!
Tower Ruin and Big Feet Panel - Cedar Mesa
2017-09-18I don't, sorry!
Stone Donkey Canyon - Paria
2017-09-12Rock Springs Bench makes for a very steep sandy descent and long day with a big sandy ascent right a...
Zero G Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2017-08-28I updated the description as well, so people will have the info when printing out the route descript...
Water Canyon - Hildale
2017-08-14It is about 23 meters I believe (70-ish feet).
Mt Ellen - Garfield County Highpoint
2017-07-16Oops, yes, about 4 miles round trip! Thanks for pointing it out!
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2017-07-07I've had a RAV4 out there, as well as a Subaru forrester, but the road is rough and it requires care...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2017-06-23200 cfs can certainly be done, and over what I would consider the minimum. Try to keep weight down! ...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2017-06-11The old road is about 2-2.25 miles I think. I seem to remember it being either closed to travel, or ...
The Chute of Muddy Creek - Southern Swell
2017-06-09It is a maze out there! The directions go to the Tomsich (the put-in) first because I think it tends...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2017-06-05If memory serves, we did the side crack. I don't remember anything further down canyon.
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2017-05-30I did it at about 1000 the first time I did it. We had a canoe, dog, and it was the dog and my first...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2017-05-2810 hours! Wow! My wife and I were just a few minutes over 4 when we did it. Happy to sign an autog...
Box Canyon - Maple Canyon
2017-05-25Interesting, I must have dropped in just below this. I'll have to get back and check out the upper s...
Death Hollow (full) - Escalante
2017-05-25I would go to the first water, the camping would be better there than above.
Hogwarts Canyon - North Wash
2017-05-23If its the one I'm thinking of, easy bypass on the right.
Moonhouse Ruin (McCloyd Canyon) - Cedar Mesa
2017-05-21High clearance required, there are some rough spots. I think most SUV's would be fine. I've been out...
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2017-05-11It could, especially a banner snow year like this one.
Lockjaw Canyon - Moab
2017-05-11Looks like it is the Gold Bar Rim trail that joins the Golden Spike Route at the head of the canyon....
Spencer Canyon - Old Sheffield Road
2017-05-07Cooler temps is very subjective. For me, I would take a light (3mm shortie) wetsuit in 80 degree tem...
Fiddlestick Canyon - Bullfrog
2017-05-03You will likely NOT find webbing on anchors. The beauty of the fiddlestick is it leaves no webbing b...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2017-04-30I haven't heard any recent updates since the 4/19/2017 comment below. Comment dates are always in th...
Cherry Canyon - Virgin River Gorge
2017-04-26I know several sections can be floated, but it is difficult to time it right. Flows are generally on...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2017-04-25Often in late spring there can be a 3-4 week window of high flows. Of the several times I've done ...
Little Grand Canyon - Northern Swell
2017-04-25Show as Current CFS at the top of this page. If it doesn't show up, it means the usgs water site is ...
Sawtooth Canyon - Dirty Devil
2017-04-22Thanks for the heads up. Fixed!
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2017-04-14Mileage updated.
Arch Tower and Cave Canyon - Northern Reef
2017-04-14Several very rough spots. High clearance probably required.
Kanarra Creek - Kanarraville
2017-04-12Changes coming as the BLM bought some of the land at the mouth of the canyon. Great news! http://ww...
Lost Park Canyon - Robbers Roost
2017-04-12Wierd! Not sure how that happened, but now fixed. Thanks for the heads up!
Stegosaur Slot - Capitol Reef
2017-04-10Great point, if you don't fit through the squeeze section very well, or just choose to go high, it i...
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil
2017-03-31Still on the site, here: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/north-wash/happy-canyon-via-poison-...
Lost and Found Canyon - Arches National Park
2017-03-28The last correspondence I had with NPS recommended the slab exit (or full route out Lost Spring) to ...
Micro Death Hollow - Escalante
2017-03-09Narrows are above the exit. You could certainly enter at the exit and up climb as far as comfortable...
Blarney Canyon - North Wash
2017-03-09I know of a few groups that have taken kids (7 or 8 year olds) through left blarney. There can be a ...
Water Canyon - High Spur
2017-03-04No, there are a few semi-keepers early on but they are easily bypassable.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2017-03-02I remember it being a pretty rough and rocky section of trail in a number sections. Seems like the ...
Granary Canyon - Moab
2017-02-27I've camped several times at the trailhead. Not great, but good enough, especially if your arriving ...
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River : Photo
2017-02-23Wow, great picture!
Three Fingers and Uneva Canyons - Eastern Reef
2017-02-16Fixed, thanks!
No Mans Canyon - Robbers Roost
2017-02-03Map and coordinates updated a bit to make it easier.
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante
2017-02-02You can't go around without technical gear, as coming down canyon will require a rappel as I recall....
Shenanigans - Middle West Butler : Photo
2017-01-26Awesome picture!
Ding and Dang Canyons - San Rafael Swell : Photo
2017-01-24Striking photo!
Egypt 1 Canyon - Escalante : Photo
2017-01-19Excellent photo! We entered a bit down canyon on rappellers left that was a shorter rappel, but your...
Diana's Throne Canyon (aka Elkheart Cliffs Slot Canyon) - Zion East Side
2017-01-03Mile markers start from the south. I just double checked, and it is actually 78.3. Coral Pink Sand D...
Diana's Throne Canyon (aka Elkheart Cliffs Slot Canyon) - Zion East Side : Photo
2017-01-03Nice photo!
Mystery Canyon - Zion East Side
2017-01-03Updated, good catch!
Neon Canyon - Escalante
2016-12-19Not currently.
Elephant Butte - Arches National Park
2016-12-10The distance is probably a little under 2 miles. There is a bit of scrambling along the way that may...
Cisco to Hittle Bottom - Colorado River
2016-11-22No permit required!
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2016-11-07I believe they are all currently bolted, though never venture into a canyon without anchor evaluatio...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2016-10-24Thanks for the feedback. This one is promoted as beginner friendly by many sites and books. I'd hate...
Pool Arch Canyon - Moab
2016-10-18The last drop is just about right at 30 m. A 65 m should work. If in doubt, it is always nice to br...
Choprock Canyon - Escalante
2016-10-11I heard (as of a few weeks ago) average water. Not high enough to make the log jams difficult.
Stegosaur Slot - Capitol Reef
2016-10-08North fork max rappel is 30 m. Thanks for the catch, I changed it to be a bit more clear.
Misery (Fat Mans) East / West Forks - Zion East Side
2016-09-22Last I heard there is now an alternate anchor and this is getting done pretty often again. Lots of t...
Hyde Draw - Central Swell
2016-09-06Thanks for the feedback stoberc, you are correct, no reset! Updated in the write-up.
Bloods and Lackawaxen Lakes - Wasatch Front
2016-07-24Round trip.
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2016-07-19More info on the new bolts at the first rappel and more anchor changes planned available here: http...
Middle Echo Canyon - Zion Main Canyon
2016-07-11I heard this week the usually semi-keeper in middle echo is currently a keeper. Be prepared for pack...
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2016-06-28At 6'1 and 185, there was 2 spots in particular I had to squeeze a bit through. It has been up climb...
Cassidy Arch Canyon - Capitol Reef
2016-06-13I was told the Park Service is trying to minimize rope grooves and damage to the tree, and allowed a...
Arch Canyon Overlook - Cedar Mesa
2016-06-11I personally liked the sunset best, but the sunrise is also nice.
Little Wild Horse Canyon / Bell Canyon - San Rafael Swell
2016-06-05Follow the directions, but simply turn around at the top of Little Wild Horse and return the same wa...
Upper Red Breaks - Old Sheffield Road
2016-05-16Thanks for the heads up.
Upper Black Box - Northern San Rafael Swell
2016-05-16The current gauge is downstream from the Upper Black Box just above the Green River. It can give an ...
Nighthawk Canyon - Grand Wash
2016-05-11Sure. According to the ACA scale, 4 would involve: "1) difficult and exposed free climbing and/or do...
Willis Creek - Bryce Area
2016-05-11Ah, you are correct. Thanks, I just updated it!
Sheiks Canyon - Grand Gulch
2016-04-18If it is the dryfall about half way through, I remember the social trail going fairly wide to the no...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2016-04-18I think finding a downclimb in below the 5m chute obstacle described above that is just before the c...
West Canyon - Lake Powell
2016-03-10We made arrangements ahead of time because you need a shuttle out and back. You might be able to arr...
Chimney Rock - Escalante
2016-03-03Good picture and description of wedge bolt here: https://www.mountainproject.com/v/wedge-bolts/10...
Chimney Rock - Escalante
2016-03-03They are studs sticking out of the rock that hangers could have been nutted onto, but currently are ...
Fremont Gorge Viewpoint - Capitol Reef
2016-02-16Which program are you opening it with? It seems to work on the programs I have tried it in.
Fantasy Canyon - Vernal
2016-02-10OK primitive camping, I doubt anyone would be around, so the dog running free would probably be fine...
South Fork of Bull Canyon (aka Chambers) - White Roost
2016-02-04It is just filled from rain/snow I believe, but there has been water in there every time I've done c...
South Fork of Bull Canyon (aka Chambers) - White Roost
2016-01-26I think of chambers as 2 sections. The upper tight slot section, and the lower section with a small ...
Lost and Found Canyon - Arches National Park
2015-12-30Getting up with snow would be difficult or impossible. NOT RECOMMENDED! Being north facing as I reca...
Tusher Tunnel - Moab
2015-11-05The camping outside of the tunnel is way prettier. I would not recommend camping in the tunnel. (If ...
Baptist Draw - Southern Swell
2015-10-06I heard from a group a couple of weeks ago that said it was pretty wet. They did not use wetsuits an...
Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone Canyons - Hole In The Rock
2015-09-13With a dawn start, you can probably do both in a day, though you might feel rushed. I'd start with P...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur : Photo
2015-09-05Absolutely stunning pictures. What type of camera are you using?
Clearwater Canyon - Cataract Canyon
2015-08-11I just sent you the two I have, though they are not great pictures!
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante
2015-07-21Willis is a MUCH closer drive wise, though not as scenic. Zebra will be full of water. I'd do Willis...
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante
2015-07-20Great video! Really captures the beauty and fun of the place.
Zebra and Tunnel Slot - Escalante
2015-07-20The trail is quite well used, I don't think you will have any difficulty without a GPS as long as yo...
Boundary Canyon - Zion West Side
2015-07-01Thanks for the update. That was on my short list for this weekend, and glad to know if I get to it I...
Moab Daily - Colorado River
2015-06-24Not recommended on inner tubes because it is quite slow during the summer. You could potentially bit...
Micro Death Hollow - Escalante
2015-06-11If you are small enough to fit, none. At 6'2/185lbs, I fit, but wouldn't want to be much bigger. If ...
Witch's Cauldron - Trachyte - Land of Oz
2015-05-20I pinged a couple of groups I know did it last fall. They both felt it had not changed since they ha...
Moab to Potash - Colorado River
2015-05-20It would be painfully slow in most conditions! The water is very slow moving.
Shillelagh Canyon - North Wash
2015-05-14Great point, changed to 3A. Thanks!
Mindbender Canyon - Robbers Roost
2015-02-26The instructions had 10' drop before the final rappel. I added the height of the final rappel. Thank...
Diamond Fork (Fifth Water) Hot Springs - Wasatch Front
2015-01-23Years with heavy snow can require 4x4. Right now, I would imagine the road is probably very passable...
Lower Butler Wash - River Panel - Comb Ridge
2014-12-27Not currently unless you are an existing subscriber. The pdf includes a printable map.
Happy Canyon (via Poison Spring) - Dirty Devil
2014-11-13Hmm, I talked to the BLM and they didn't know of any road changes out there. There are several old r...
High Spur Canyon - High Spur
2014-10-08Natural anchors, and generally have webbing on them, but floods, etc... could have removed them. Alw...
Cove Canyon - Cedar Mesa
2014-10-02The current route isn't a loop. I couldn't find a good (short) was to get back out if you got to the...
White River - Vernal
2014-06-24I don't believe so, though there is camping at the take-out.
Pandora's Box - Capitol Reef
2014-05-27Did you read in this description the longer exit was only 6 miles? I don't see where it mentions tha...
Grotto Canyon - Northern Swell
2013-11-27From jefstr: We tried to go to Grotto Canyon today but the Rav 4 we were in could not make it dow...
Yankee Doodle Canyon - Leeds
2012-10-30Updated. Thanks for the feedback.
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil : Photo
2012-05-01This is winter lighting.
Happy Canyon (via Burr Point) - Dirty Devil : Photo
2012-05-01This is summer lighting.
Crystal Geyser - Green River
2012-01-03Thanks, now updated. :)
Leprechaun Canyon - North Wash
2010-05-04Sounds like you have been in the main fork of Leprechuan, below where the three forks come together....
Not Tierdrop Canyon - Arches National Park
2009-03-31That is unfortunate. A long sling (20m) would likely be enough to go off the tree. This might be mor...
Upper Black Box - Northern San Rafael Swell
2008-11-28Thanks for the tip on the other entry. Finally checked it out last fall, it is a great way to do the...