Hells Hole Canyon | Angel Point

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Overview

RATING: 3A

Mon

Sunny, with a high near 52. North northwest wind 1 to 6 mph.

52 | 22

Tue

A slight chance of snow after 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 51. North wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

51 | 24

Wed

A slight chance of snow before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 43. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

43 | 21

Thu

A chance of snow after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 45.

45 | 16

Fri

Rain and snow before 11am, then rain and snow between 11am and 2pm, then rain and snow between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 50. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

50 | 28

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SEASON: Any, hot in summer
RAPPELS: 1 - 10 m ( 33 ft. ) (bring 10 m ( 33 ft. ) of webbing or a 20 m ( 66 ft. ) rope, the anchor is back from the edge)
WATER: None.
FLASHFLOOD: Low

Mon

Sunny, with a high near 52. North northwest wind 1 to 6 mph.

52 | 22

Tue

A slight chance of snow after 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 51. North wind 1 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

51 | 24

Wed

A slight chance of snow before 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 43. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

43 | 21

Thu

A chance of snow after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 45.

45 | 16

Fri

Rain and snow before 11am, then rain and snow between 11am and 2pm, then rain and snow between 2pm and 5pm, then a chance of rain and snow. Cloudy, with a high near 50. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

50 | 28

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Hells Hole Canyon from the north exit.

Hells Hole Canyon from the north exit.

My first rip through Hells Hole Canyon I came away with a bit of a “Meh” impression. The canyon has one short rappel but is otherwise open and easy walking. This is the type of outing that those seeking a highly technical slot canyon adventure are likely to be disappointed in. It is, however, excellent for taking beginners or families through that are looking for a less technical and shorter outing.

When I was trying to decide on a family friendly short canyon to take my preschooler on, this one immediately jumped to mind. At about 4 miles, the hiking distance is mellow, and the one short rappel works well for beginners with its relatively easy start and being less than vertical. My daughter found the outing delightful, and it left her eager to do another canyon, exactly what I was hoping for!

Note: Access is generally possible in carefully driven cars. The last 1/2 mile can be rough but can also be walked if needed. Given the easy access and low flashflood potential, this makes a nice outing if weather has thwarted your other plans.
Ruby enjoying Hells Hole Canyon

Ruby enjoying Hells Hole Canyon

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