Cardiac Canyon
verified 2026-05-12
Ungraded
High flood risk
Page, AZ
Southernmost canyon in the Antelope system. ~2,600 ft long with walls up to 350 ft. Much smaller crowds than Upper/Lower.
For intermediate to advanced hikers only.
Logistics
| Manager | Navajo Nation Parks (private concession) |
|---|---|
| Permit | Guided tour ONLY through an authorized Navajo Nation Parks operator. Navajo entry fee $15/person (a Navajo Parks fee increase took effect 2026-01-01; verify current rate with the operator at booking). Tour fee additional. Cannot be visited self-guided. |
| Distance | ~2.5 mi RT |
| Elevation | ~350 ft walls; significant scrambling and descent |
| Time | 5-7 hr tour |
| Technical | Strenuous hike with scrambling, ladders, ropes |
| Season | Year-round (weather-dependent) |
| Flood risk | High |
| Vehicle access | Guided shuttle |
| Crowd | Low (limited tours) |
| Coordinates | 36.831, -111.451 |