Canyoneering in the Yankee Doodle Hollow

Itinerary tips

• 1Plan for a 3-to-5-hour round trip depending on your group's speed and the specific entry point chosen by your guide.
• 2Wear sturdy, closed-toe hiking shoes with high-friction rubber soles to navigate the slippery sandstone slopes safely.
• 3Bring at least two liters of water and high-energy snacks, as the desert sun and physical exertion can lead to rapid dehydration.
• 4Ensure your guide has secured the necessary Bureau of Land Management permits and that you have a high-clearance vehicle for the dirt access road.
• 5Pack a light windbreaker or extra layer even in summer, as the deep slot canyon sections remain significantly cooler than the surface.
• 6Use a small, durable backpack rather than a large one to avoid getting snagged in the narrow 'squeeze' sections of the canyon walls.