Zero G Canyon | San Rafael Swell

Canyoneering Zero G Canyon - San Rafael Swell Canyoneering Zero G Canyon

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Thu Patchy smoke before noon, then patchy smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 92, with temperatures falling to around 89 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
92° | 61°
Fri Sunny, with a high near 98. South southwest wind 1 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
98° | 60°
Sat Sunny, with a high near 95.
95° | 64°
Sun Sunny, with a high near 88.
88° | 61°
Mon Sunny, with a high near 89.
89° | 54°
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RATING: 3B
SEASON: Spring, Summer, Fall
GEAR: Standard Technical Gear, Wetsuit during cold weather
RAPPELS: 1+ (biggest rap 15 m ( 50 ft. ))
WATER: Generally quite a few pools and wading.
FLASHFLOOD: Moderate
Thu Patchy smoke before noon, then patchy smoke and a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny. High near 92, with temperatures falling to around 89 in the afternoon. South southwest wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
92° | 61°
Fri Sunny, with a high near 98. South southwest wind 1 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.
98° | 60°
Sat Sunny, with a high near 95.
95° | 64°
Sun Sunny, with a high near 88.
88° | 61°
Mon Sunny, with a high near 89.
89° | 54°
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canyonnarrowintermediateaccess: 4x4
ZeroG Arch
ZeroG Arch

Zero G, although not a destination, makes a great side trip while traveling between I-70 and Hanksville. It is also very close to both the North Fork of Iron Wash , and Lower Eardley Canyon , and makes a great combo day with either. The canyon has several natural bridges and a whole lot of charm.

Warning: The last obstacle in this canyon is often done as a narrow downclimb and has been the scene of MANY rescues including one fatality. Rappelling is recommended for safety!

Zero G has a semi-keeper pothole. Be prepared to do a partner assist or pack toss if necessary. I would not recommend this canyon for solo canyoneers or beginners. Competent leadership required!
Jim in ZeroG
Jim in ZeroG
ZeroG Pool
ZeroG Pool

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Zero Gravity Canyon

By: richardpattison
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Zero G 10/8/23 with the Canyoning Chicks

By: brpauff

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