What Makes This Area Special?

About two hours from Moab, this region holds one of the highest concentrations of technical slot canyons anywhere in the Southwest. The walls are tighter, the formations more polished, and the movement more engaging than anything you’ll find in Moab.

The drive out isn’t a drawback—it’s part of the experience. As the landscape opens up, you leave the crowds behind and step into terrain that feels wild, quiet, and untouched. By the time you drop into your first slot, it’s clear why people make the trip.

These canyons aren’t just hikes—they’re full-body adventures. You’ll be scrambling, stemming, bridging, and rappelling your way through narrow corridors that twist and turn through the desert. In terms of pure slot canyon quality, this area puts Moab to shame!!!

We tailor each trip to your group’s goals and ability level. Want big rappels? We’ve got them. Prefer tight, technical movement? No problem. Every route is chosen to match your experience and how hard you want to push it.

If you’re willing to go a little farther, you’ll get something far better in return.

Full-Day Adventures

Hanksville/North Wash Canyoneering Adventures

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2+ hours from Moab
🧗 2 Rappels
🌀 Dark and Tight!
⭐ World Class!

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2 hours from Moab
🧗 3 Rappels
⭐ Incredible Landscape Scenery!

🔥 Advanced Adventure
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2.5 hours from Moab
🧗 2 Rappels
🌀 Dark and Tight!
⭐ World Class!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2.5 hours from Moab
🧗 1 Rappel
💧 Wet Canyon

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2.5 hours from Moab
🧗 2 Rappel
💧 Wet Canyon

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2.5 hours from Moab
🧗 2-4 Rappels

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 1.5 hours from Moab
🧗 6 Rappels
💧 Wet Canyon – Lots of Swimming

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2 hours from Moab
🧗 1 Rappel
💧 Wet Canyon – Lots of Swimming

👫 Adventurous Families
🟢 Low Traffic
🚙 2.5 hours from Moab
🧗 0 Rappels
🌀 Dark and Tight!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly – Good for kids and beginners
👫 Adventurous Families – Some challenge, active kids/adults recommended
🔥 Advanced Adventure – More physical, technical, or committing

🟢 Low Traffic – Usually quiet and remote feeling
🟡 Moderate Traffic – Some other groups
🔴 High Traffic – Popular area

🚙 Drive Time – Approximate time from Moab
🧗 Rappels – Number of rappels on the route
💧 Wet Canyon – Expect water, swimming, or wading
🌀 Tight Slot – Narrow, technical slot sections requiring movement skills
⭐ Highlight – Unique or standout feature of the trip

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Ready to Drop into the Canyons?

Book your half or full-day guided canyoneering adventure and let us take you through some of the most unforgettable terrain in the desert Southwest.