Conundrum Canyon | North Wash

Canyoneering Conundrum Canyon - North Wash Canyoneering Conundrum Canyon

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Fri Sunny. High near 71, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. South wind 16 to 24 mph.
71° | 55°
Sat Sunny, with a high near 73. South wind 3 to 10 mph.
73° | 47°
Sun Sunny, with a high near 76.
76° | 53°
Mon Sunny, with a high near 80.
80° | 54°
Tue Sunny, with a high near 83.
83° | 58°
RATING: 3B
SEASON: Any, no snow
GEAR: Standard Technical Gear, 10 m of webbing for the anchor
RAPPELS: 1 - 15 m ( 50 ft. )
WATER: Generally shallow wading less than knee deep.
FLASHFLOOD: Minimal to Moderate
Fri Sunny. High near 71, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. South wind 16 to 24 mph.
71° | 55°
Sat Sunny, with a high near 73. South wind 3 to 10 mph.
73° | 47°
Sun Sunny, with a high near 76.
76° | 53°
Mon Sunny, with a high near 80.
80° | 54°
Tue Sunny, with a high near 83.
83° | 58°
Working on canyoneering moves in conundrum
Working on canyoneering moves in conundrum

Conundrum Canyon is a great, short, photogenic canyon to do when in you are in the North Wash area and have a couple of hours to kill. The canyon, in the entrada sandstone layer, is narrow, but not nearly as narrow and physical as most North Wash proper canyons.

If you are looking for long, very narrow, or physical canyons, look elsewhere. You are likely to be disappointed in Conundrum. If you are looking for a more mellow adventure, this is a good fit. Given the length, ease of passage, and only one rappel, I think this is one of the best beginner canyons in the area and makes an excellent family canyon with proper leadership.

Note: The canyon involves shallow wading, to ankle or a little deeper. The one rappel, however, will involve getting a little wet. Not recommended when it is cold because of this, and be sure if bringing the family along you are prepared for getting wet.
Cabin on the way to conundrum
Cabin on the way to conundrum

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