Sunseed Canyon - Moab's Biggest Rappel
Sunseed Canyon offers a remote and thrilling adventure perfect for advanced hikers and beginner canyoneers seeking a big day out. This lesser-known gem combines a rugged desert hike, breathtaking canyon scenery, and a very large rappel.
Starting from Kane Creek, we’ll hike steep terrain up the through the 'Fins' of 'Behind the Rock', which provides a landscape view of the Colorado River and the desert terrain to the west. After navigating the fins, we’ll descend into Sunseed Canyon.
The technical section includes two major rappels, one being a 40 foot rappel to the edge of a massive canyon wall that presents the final 197 foot rappel to the bottom of the canyon. Tricky downclimbs, optional small rappels, and some basic scrambling skills are needed to safely navigate this wild canyon.
The adventure concludes with a scenic hike along the canyon bottom and a return route that skirts the rim of Kane Creek’s deep gorge.
Expect a challenging but rewarding full-day outing that captures the spirit of true desert exploration.
Total trip duration is typically between 3–6 hours, depending on group size, pace, and conditions.
Canyon Country Adventure Rating Scale:
Skill Level: Low (Climbers), Advanced (Hikers)
Fun Index: High
Learning Value: Moderate
Emotional Impact: High
Traffic Index: Low
Highlights:
Perfect for people with limited to no canyoneering or rappeling experience
197 foot rappel into a deep canyon
Incredible desert scenery
Prerequisites
Age: 8+
Ability to hike steep slope, and up to 4 miles
What to Bring:
Lunch or Snacks
2-4 liters of water
Day pack
Hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
Season appropriate clothing
Grippy Hiking Shoes
Additional Details:
Season: Year-Round
Travel time from Moab to Trailhead: 10 minutes
Pricing:
4+ People - $90 per person
3 People - $100 per person
2 People - $125 per person
1 Person - $150
Additional 9.75% Sales Tax and Permit Fees added at checkout
Payment methods:
Cash: 5% discount
Google Review: 5% discount
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