Munchkin Canyon - Trachyte | Land of Oz

Canyoneering Munchkin Canyon - Trachyte - Land of Oz Canyoneering Munchkin Canyon - Trachyte

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Tue Sunny, with a high near 83. Southwest wind 3 to 14 mph.
83° | 56°
Wed Sunny, with a high near 86.
86° | 59°
Thu Sunny, with a high near 89.
89° | 59°
Fri Sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 62°
Sat Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 63°
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RATING: 2A
SEASON: Any
GEAR: Small pack, it's narrow.
WATER: Generally avoidable.
FLASHFLOOD: Moderate, but you can see the whole drainage and skies on the approach.
Tue Sunny, with a high near 83. Southwest wind 3 to 14 mph.
83° | 56°
Wed Sunny, with a high near 86.
86° | 59°
Thu Sunny, with a high near 89.
89° | 59°
Fri Sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 62°
Sat Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 63°
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canyonnarrowhigh stemmingaccess: 4x4

Munchkin Canyon is the Lucky Charms of Oz. Short and non-technical, it is a nice casual romp available to most, and a nice way to spend a couple of hours. The narrows are very narrow, and many may not fit. Hiking around the tightest section or return back via the approach route still makes for a fun outing.

Note: Though non-technical, it gets narrow enough to require some high stemming. My group found the width very easy, though people without stemming experience may find this hard or a bit unnerving. Several groups have reported finding it challenging, yet said in the end they enjoyed the canyon. A bit of a heads up and warning for those without stemming experience is warranted!

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