Merry Piglet

Merry Piglet

North Wash—Hog Springs
What to Expect
3B I 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 under three hours
Other Details
Skill Level:
Beginners with competent leadership
Seasons:
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Rappels:
5 to 50 ft
Anchors:
Natural
Water:
Can be a couple of pools after very recent rain. Generally a waist deep wade and very short swim.
Flash Flood Risk:
Moderate
Expected Time:
1.5–2.5 hours
Notes:
  • About five miles south of Irish Canyons
  • Not a destination on its own.
  • The approach is elegant and fun, but the canyon itself it a series of quick chimney drops in a very short section.
  • Experienced canyoneers can downclimb most of these, but if its your first time through, be careful. They have a bit of exposure and are a bit tricky.
  • You may want to cross the highway to see the pictograph panel, and/or hike up to the Hog Springs waterfall and plunge pool.
Nearby Routes:
Hogwarts, Morocco

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