Low Spur is not a 4 star canyon, but is a great, short adventure It works well as a canyon to do after doing one of the other canyons in the area when you still have some time left over I can't recommend it as a destination, but do think it is an interesting canyon if you are in the area It's signature feature is a cave-like overhang that is rather uniqueIt also has a short, moderately tricky up climb that is easiest with a partner, so not a good canyon to solo The canyon is suitable for all canyoneers It does invo...

Short narrows, a pictograph panel, big views, arches, and even an optional rappel or two, what more could a canyon offer Farnsworth is a charmer, and a canyon I have visited many times over the years Visiting the lower section of the canyon, through the narrows or up to the pictograph panel, offers an easy to access outing suitable for most and a good kid friendly hike For those with a bit more energy, a jaunt up to the top of the reef offers big views and three hidden arches/bridges Still not satisfied Have some t...

Of the two neighboring canyons, Lost Angel and Fallen Angel, I would have to pick Lost Angel as my favorite Short, open, and with very little water holding capacity, this makes a great cooler season adventure We did it right after heavy rains and snows and still kept our feet dry The canyon has a half dozen rappels, most with straightforward anchors, but good anchor skills are still recommended Reaching the head of the canyon is the trickiest part, bring a GPS or good navigation skills You'll spend far more time on...

Though Southern Utah gets much more attention, the West Desert has many charms for those willing to put in the effort to see them, including technical canyons Sinbad Canyon is one of those charming little canyons that requires work to visit The canyon is a steep limestone canyon draining off Swasey Peak in the House Range The limestone narrows are brief, but pretty and very different from the sandstone canyons of Southern Utah The area is quite similar in feel to the Virgin River Gorge, though much more remote For ...

MMI is a classic Arches National Park canyon It has a bit more meat than some of the other, shorter canyons in the park and packs a lot of beauty in a little package Several rappels, combined with huge alcoves and a few arches make this a must do in the Moab area The route offers two options The first, a shorter route, that does not require a car shuttle but does require some exposed lower 5th class slab climbing The second, a slightly longer option with no climbing that does need a car shuttle Either way you do it...

Arches National Park, with its high visitation, can sometimes feel crowded, and more like a day at the mall than a day in the wilderness Lost and Found canyon is a wilderness experience tucked away in a very busy National Park You are not likely to see others during your visit here but are likely to experience the quiet beauty that is the magic of wilderness The canyon itself is exquisite and unique The first rappel goes through a small natural bridge Magic! The rest of the journey takes you through an otherworldly...

Heaps, the biggest of the big boys in Zion in my opinion This is an adventure you won't soon forget, and one ONLY SUITED TO EXPERIENCED AND PHYSICALLY FIT CANYONEERS All members of your group must have solid skills and be fit Don't attempt this until you have substantial canyoneering experience under your belt So, what makes it a big boy Size Heaps Canyon is on a scale unlike most other canyons in Zion A moderately long approach leads to a long, physical, and challenging canyon Just when your feeling tired and read...

The South fork of Ticaboo Canyon is a beautiful haven with an interesting history The hike described descends an old cattle trail, still in use as of 2010, that was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps CCC The CCC was a government sponsored program in the 1930's as part of the New Deal to provide jobs and vocational training: "The propose for me to create a civilian conservation corps to be used in simple work, not interfering with normal employment, and confining itself to forestry, the prevention of soil eros...

These slots are all very short, but are fantastic for beginners, or those looking for a short outing while passing by These are also really great to link up with Woody Canyon to fill out a day A motivated group can easily do all three of these, and Woody Canyon, in a moderate/long day Beware: Little Fork requires advanced natural anchor skills, though Woodsy and Woodchuck are straightforward and suitable for most On my f...

One of my favorite short canyons in Moab, Bow and Arrow Canyon has a bit of everything scenery wise Between Longbow Arch, Polka Dot Petroglyph, and stunning views of the Colorado River and Behind the Rocks, it is a diverse outing Bow and Arrow Canyons is not a very technical or narrow canyon If you are looking for tight slots or technical challenges, look elsewhere The canyon is more of a short outing that makes an enjoyable evening canyon Note: Why the name Mike Stimola, who showed me the canyon and is the owner o...