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1st obstacle in Kanarra Creek

Kanarra Creek
Zion National Park
Canyoneering

          Kanarra Creek offers dramatic scenery, majestic narrows, a fun hike, wading and a few scrambling problems to spice up your adventure. Most hikers can visit the bottom portion of canyon. A touch of climbing skill is required to visit the entire canyon.

          Kanarra Creek is an extremely radiant and photogenic slot canyon located just outside of Zion National Park. The canyon offers an abundance of opportunities for the shutterbug to get that perfect slot canyon photograph.

Circle of Friends:
          Kanarra Creek is part of the "Circle of Friends" program. Members of the "Circle of Friends" have access to more specific information, explicit route information, GPS waypoints, trailhead location and detailed maps.  If you would like more information on joining the "Circle of Friends" visit the sign up page.

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Hank Moon in Kanarra slot Looking down from the top of the 2nd obstacle.

General Information:
          Kanarra Creek is a semi-technical canyoneering adventure. This canyon is remarkably photogenic. It is possible for novice hikers and families to visit the lower section of slot canyon. Those who want to visit the entire canyon and upper slot will need at least one experienced hiker or rock climber along to help defeat a few minor obstacles. This route will require 3 to 4 hours to complete. A car shuttle is not required for this adventure. Kanarra Creek requires several miles of knee deep wading combined with a couple of sections of possible waist deep wading. The water is cold and a hot day is suggested.

          Kanarra Creek is rated 2C II using the Canyon Rating System. You do not need a Zion backcountry permit for this canyon because it is located outside the National Park. Kanarra Creek has a moderate flash flood danger. Check the weather report before entering the canyon.

Plenty of lush vegetation in the canyon. Start of the slot, anyone can hike to this point.

Trailhead Information:
          The trailhead is located near Zion National Park and is accessible to all vehicles. Those accessing the trailhead with a passenger car might have to walk an extra 1/2 mile. High Clearance vehicles and four wheel drive will have no problems.

Hank Moon begins climbing the second obstacle. Your handsome tour guide in the slot.

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