Canyoneering
Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon
High Spur
Overview
Thu
65°
|
39°
Fri
69°
|
40°
Sat
70°
|
46°
Sun
64°
|
45°
Mon
67°
|
42°
RATING: 3A
LENGTH: 2-4 Hours (2.4 miles)
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.
Thu
65°
|
39°
Fri
69°
|
40°
Sat
70°
|
46°
Sun
64°
|
45°
Mon
67°
|
42°
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!
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Photos
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
Bottom of the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring
Mark Fallentine on the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring
Northwest Big Spring
Mark and Tyler Fallentine - Northwest Big Spring
Canyon light Northwest Big Spring
Mark and Tyler Fallentine - Keeping the feet dry - Northwest Big Spring
Opening up Northwest Big Spring
Escape from Bottom of 1st drop
Looking Up!
Videos
Keeper Pothole