Upper Stair Canyon | North Wash

Canyoneering Upper Stair Canyon - North Wash Canyoneering Upper Stair Canyon

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Mon A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph.
95° | 69°
Tue Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
94° | 70°
Wed A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 69°
Thu A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.
85° | 66°
Fri A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.
84° | 62°
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RATING: 3A
SEASON: Any
GEAR: A short rope may be handy for beginners
WATER: Generally little or none, most pools should be avoidable.
FLASHFLOOD: Moderate, but you can see the whole drainage and skies on the approach.
Mon A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 95. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph.
95° | 69°
Tue Mostly sunny, with a high near 94.
94° | 70°
Wed A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90.
90° | 69°
Thu A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 85.
85° | 66°
Fri A slight chance of rain showers before noon, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 84.
84° | 62°
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Upper Stair
Upper Stair

Upper Stair is a great, short outing. Although not technical, it does involve a lot of chimneying and stemming, so is only recommended for technical canyoneers. Being a short route, with no rappels, allows this canyon to be enjoyed while carrying minimal gear.

Upper Stair
Upper Stair
Upper Stair
Upper Stair

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