Ran the canyon with 4 others 10/1/2021 Water in all potholes, no swimming but some were a bit of a wade Wetsuits recommended! We had a similar experience to "Zelkin" at the big rappel into Timpie Be aware of the crack/edge at the top of the rappel! If you have two ropes tied together at the top of the rappel, make sure the knot is past the edge/crack before the last person goes down We stuck a rope and a person in our party had to ascend all the way to the top to fix the problem Removed the block, adjusted t...

Fry canyon has a reputation for being a cesspool much of the time, with some of the most putrid water around I'd like to be the first person to say this is not true, but alas, it can be true! During prolonged periods without rain, Fry can be very unpleasant to the nose Don't let that deter you though! The sections with water are short, and the canyon is sublime, with easy access, Native American ruins, and fantastic slot sections The short nature makes this a casual outing if passing through the area, and it does n...

Hideout Canyon is not a canyon I recommend to most The canyon is not very technical, and not very narrow, making it not a popular choice with most groups Throw in about a 14 mile day and even fewer groups are interested! That being said, if you like a long day out wandering on Cedar Mesa, this is a nice outing The route finding challenge, lack of people, and remote feel make it a day I enjoyed Be fit and start early, the miles make for a tiring day Rookie Mistake Side Note: Hideout Canyon is one of my most memorabl...

Burro Wash is a great technical canyon in Capitol Reef The approach is lengthy, requiring either a long car shuttle or a bit of a grunt up the reef This description takes the grunt up the reef approach and requires no car shuttle The canyon is not particularly technical, making it a good choice for all abilities All-in-all, this is just a lovely day out in Capitol Reef Expect big views, and a few great slot sections Note: If you are not a technical canyoneer, hiking up Burro from the bottom provides a pleasant and ...

Newspaper Rock, at the entrance to Indian Creek, is a fantastic glimpse into ancient cultures The rock has petroglyphs dating back about 2000 years, to BC times The panel is a mix of Navajo, Anasazi, and Fremont Indian creation, as well as unfortunately a bit of the vandalism of modern manFor the most part, however, they are impeccably preserved and fascinating to visit This short side trip is highly recommended if passing between Monticello and Moab, and easily enjoyed by all It goes without saying, but do not tou...

Tusher Tunnel is an interesting geological feature A crack in the rock has allowed water to seep in until reaching a harder layer in the rock Where it met the harder rock, it eroded a tunnel from one side of the cliff to the other The tunnel length is likely 25 m or more in length, and high enough throughout to easily walk through Tusher Tunnel is a great roadside attraction for all, as the hike from the trailhead with a high clearance vehicle is less than 5 minutes

In 1879, Mormon pioneers answered the call to colonize the southeast corner of Utah Thus began an incredible and legendary journey from Escalante to Bluff The terrain between the two places was inhospitable, rugged, and complex About 2 weeks into their journey, and 65 miles from Escalante, they reached the Colorado River Gorge and a major obstacle To cross the river and continue their journey, they would need to manufacture a road down to the Colorado River through a narrow crack This spot became known as the Hole-...

Just over the Colorado River from Las Vegas, in northern Arizona, is the short and delightful Spooky Canyon Not to be confused with Peekaboo-Spooky-Brimstone in Utah, or Spooky and Not Spooky Canyons in the Mojave Desert, or any of the other Spooky Canyons around! This Spooky Canyon is short, but a dramatic cobblestone canyon with deep, dark narrows and even an arch in its depths Given it is a 2-minute walk off the highw...

Purchased by Salt Lake County in 2010, Killyon Canyon is now an open space preserve for all to enjoy The canyon, tucked up near the top of Emigration Canyon, is particularly popular with dog owners, as it is one of the trails along the Wasatch Front dogs are allowed the hike The trail begins at about 6000 feet of elevation and meanders alongside a perennial stream to the ridgeline at almost 7000 feet En route, the hike passes through nine distinct forest plant communities and passes several old growth conifers The ...

Maple Canyon likely needs no introduction for most climbers If you are not a climber, however, you may have never heard of it Maple Canyon is a large conglomerate canyon near Fountain Green The rock has eroded into a surreal landscape of spires, steep overhanging walls, deep alcoves, narrow fissures, and the occasional arch The climbing here tends to be steep, well bolted sport lines with options for most any ability In addition to the climbing, however, Maple is a rich area for hiking, camping, and off road vehicl...