Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon | High Spur

Canyoneering Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon - High Spur Canyoneering Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon

High Spur

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Overview

RATING: 3A

Fri

Sunny. High near 39, with temperatures falling to around 33 in the afternoon. Wind chill values as low as 8. South wind 5 to 8 mph.

39 | 14

Sat

A slight chance of snow after 11am. Cloudy, with a high near 38. North wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

38 | 21

Sun

Partly sunny, with a high near 39.

39 | 21

Mon

A slight chance of snow before 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 39. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

39 | 20

Tue

A slight chance of snow. Mostly sunny, with a high near 41.

41 | 21

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SEASON: Spring, Summer, Fall (hot in summer)
GEAR: Standard Technical Gear, keeper pothole gear.
RAPPELS: 2 to 22 m ( 73 ft. )
WATER: Generally little or none.
FLASHFLOOD: Moderate, but you can see the whole drainage and skies on the approach.

Fri

Sunny. High near 39, with temperatures falling to around 33 in the afternoon. Wind chill values as low as 8. South wind 5 to 8 mph.

39 | 14

Sat

A slight chance of snow after 11am. Cloudy, with a high near 38. North wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

38 | 21

Sun

Partly sunny, with a high near 39.

39 | 21

Mon

A slight chance of snow before 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 39. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.

39 | 20

Tue

A slight chance of snow. Mostly sunny, with a high near 41.

41 | 21

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Looking Up!

Looking Up!

A short approach, short exit, and amazing slot section, what more could a canyoneer ask for? This short outing is technically very straightforward and suited for all canyoneers. It provides a good introduction before the more challenging West Fork of Big Spring, just down the road. The short and casual nature make this a good choice for an evening route after doing something else during the day.

As of 2022, the canyon now contains a keeper pothole. Be prepared for keeper pothole escape!
Tyler Fallentine on the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Tyler Fallentine on the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Bottom of the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Bottom of the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

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