Slot Canyon Hiking in Utah's Redrock Country
Jul 15, 2016 16:11:39 #
Hiking through any of Utah's slot canyons marks a rewarding day.
Typical, deep, dark, at mid-day.
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A modern ladder to bypass a mostly impassable falls (one of four).
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Deep, dark & VERY cold water (the stream originates in a snowfield)
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Two bumps on a log.
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Mule deer recently killed & devoured by a resident mountain lion.
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Jul 15, 2016 16:59:33 #
A very wonderful set. Definitely shows the need to wear the proper footwear. The canyons are a very special place. Mahalo for sharing. 
Jul 15, 2016 18:26:27 #
Jul 15, 2016 19:19:18 #
This canyon appears to be one not visited by most tourists. I have read of water running through slot canyons, but have never seen such. Are there times when this canyon is unsafe due to rapid and/or deep water? What is the name, and where is this canyon?
Jul 15, 2016 20:25:10 #
Jul 16, 2016 06:56:48 #
Redrock51 wrote:
Hiking through any of Utah's slot canyons marks a rewarding day.
Wonderful images
We very seldom see the slots during wet weather.
Jul 16, 2016 08:09:25 #
Jul 16, 2016 12:15:15 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
This canyon appears to be one not visited by most tourists. I have read of water running through slot canyons, but have never seen such. Are there times when this canyon is unsafe due to rapid and/or deep water? What is the name, and where is this canyon?
Yes, dry slot canyons are the norm, but there are locations which have streams with year-around water flow. This is one of them (Kannaraville Canyon). Flooding is always a danger during rain, especially monsoon season of July - Sept. The canyon, while not so busy as Zion, Antelope, and associated terrain, still has been discovered. Flooding in this canyon is usually less severe since it drains a smaller basin. Just beware if there are thunderstorms in the area. As you probably know, a group of eight canyoneering friends from So. CA drowned in a Canyon tributary flash flood in Zion last September.
Jul 16, 2016 12:16:06 #
Jul 16, 2016 12:17:31 #
Manglesphoto wrote:
Wonderful images
We very seldom see the slots during wet weather.
We very seldom see the slots during wet weather.
True. As per above, this one has year-around water flowing through it.
Jul 16, 2016 22:32:54 #
Jul 17, 2016 00:32:14 #
sailorsmom wrote:
Very interesting, Redrock51! Not sure I'd want to do it, though.
Thanks. I think you'd love the hike. If you can live with the cold water, the elevation gain is uncharacteristically (for Utah) minimal. Quiet, exceptional scenery abounds.
Jul 23, 2016 16:12:21 #
Jul 24, 2016 16:23:25 #
topcat wrote:
Nice series, I would love to be there.
Thanks. It's hard to do it justice in a photo. Big countrys!
Jul 24, 2016 16:46:18 #
Redrock51 wrote:
Hiking through any of Utah's slot canyons marks a rewarding day.
Redrock,
Nice set of images. I bet the slot canyon is probably cool temperature wise due to the shade and flowing water. I better plan a trip down there. Thanks for sharing.
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