Canyoneer through North Wash Slot Canyons
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Navigate tight sandstone slots like 'Leprechaun Canyon' using technical rappels and stems near the Hite end of Lake Powell.
Itinerary tips
- 1Base yourself in the town of Hanksville or camp at the Sandthrax primitive site for immediate access to the North Wash corridor.
- 2Pack a 30-meter rope, a full technical harness, and extra webbing, as many anchors in these slots are natural or deadman-style.
- 3Allow four to six hours for a round-trip through Leprechaun Canyon, including the steep hike to the upper rim entry.
- 4Check the weather forecast for the entire Henry Mountains drainage area to avoid the extreme danger of flash floods.
- 5Wear durable, reinforced clothing or knee pads to protect against the abrasive 'Mae West' style slot walls.
- 6Download offline topographic maps of the Hite area since cellular service is non-existent once you leave Highway 24.
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