Misery

Misery

Zion National Park—SR 9 & US 89—State Road 9
What to Expect
3B IV ACA Canyon Rating
  • This route requires standard technical gear.
  • You can usually expect at least some pools or water with little or no current.
  • Competent and smaller groups (4±) typically complete the route in 8+ hours
Other Details
Seasons:
Spring, Summer, Fall
Rappels:
2–5 to 40 ft
Additional Gear:
Wetsuits required in all but hottest times
Water:
A few pools with possible wading and swimming
Flash Flood Risk:
Moderate to high
Expected Time:
West Fork 5–8 hours; East Fork 8–10+ hours
Notes:
  • No permit necessary, but encouraged to let the park know who’s in it
  • West Fork is also known as Fat Man’s Misery
  • East Fork has less rappels, much more scenic
Nearby Routes:
Jolley Gulch, Keyhole

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