Crumbling Canyon - Wasatch Mountains

Crumbling Canyon
aka: Horse Cock Canyon

Spanish Fork Canyon
Wasatch Mountains
Technical Canyoneering

This adventure begins with a very scenic hike to a ridge overlooking Spanish Fork Canyon and ends with a descent through a beautiful and interesting conglomerate slot canyon.

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Crumbling Canyon 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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General Information:
Crumbling Canyon is a technical canyoneering adventure through a stunning conglomerate slot canyon. Total time required form trailhead to trailhead is approximately 2 hours. Crumbling Canyon requires complete technical gear. Crumbling Canyon is rated 3A II using the Canyon Rating System. This canyon is accessible year round, but could be difficult in winter. This route is suitable for beginners with competent leadership.

Navigation for this route is moderate. Good map reading skills are essential. This canyon has an exceptionally small flash flood danger. In normal conditions this canyon does not require any swimming or wading. The route contains one mandatory 45-foot rappel for the skilled and possible more for everyone else.

Trailhead Information:
The Crumbling Canyon Trailhead is located in Spanish Fork Canyon, which is just east of Spanish Fork, Utah. The trailhead is accessible to all vehicles in all weather conditions.

Video:
Enjoy a short video of a trip to Crumbling Canyon.

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