West Canyon

West Canyon

Glen Canyon NRA—10 miles SSW of Dangling Rope Marina (permit required)
What to Expect
3C VI ACA Canyon Rating
  • This route requires standard technical gear.
  • You can usually expect some water that has light to moderate current with easy water hazards.
  • Competent and smaller groups (4±) typically complete the route in more than two days
Other Details
Seasons:
Spring, Summer, Fall—Late-Spring through early-Fall
Rappels:
1–2 to 23 ft
Anchors:
Bolted
Additional Gear:
Wetsuits even in the hottest weather
Water:
Generally a flowing stream, much wading and swimming
Flash Flood Risk:
Very High—do not enter if it rained recently or rain is in the forecast
Expected Time:
3–4 days
Distance:
Approach/exit hike: 8.64 miles; Rim walk: 2.7 miles; Upper technical: 2.8 miles

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