28 Canyon
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ACA 3C1 III
High flood risk
Turrialba, Cartago
Four-rappel Turrialba canyon defined by a single 85 m fourth drop, first descended in 2016.
First descent by Johan Aguilar, Eduardo Calleda, and Jorge Montoya in 2016. The trio bias means access negotiations route through Eduardo's network. The R4 85 m rappel is the route's reason to exist.
Logistics
| Manager | Private landholders (Eduardo coordinates exit permission, +506-6202-6324) |
|---|---|
| Permit | No formal permit required. Approach and exit cross private property and call ahead to Eduardo (+506-6202-6324) for the standing arrangement. |
| Time | 5.5 hr (30 min approach, 4 hr descent, 1 hr exit) |
| Technical | Ropewiki rates 3C1 III (v3a4 III). 4 rappels, the final (R4) is 85 m for a 279 ft maximum drop. Swift water hazard. January 2023 conditions report described moderate to high flow as challenging but manageable. |
| Season | Jan-Mar |
| Flood risk | High. The single 85 m drop concentrates the consequence of any rising water; bail options above it are limited. |
| Vehicle access | 4WD required |
| Crowd | Low (3.6 on 4 ratings) |
| Coordinates | 9.9597, -83.7278 |
Sources
- ropewiki: https://ropewiki.com/28_Canyon