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Zion (technical)

11 canyons.

• 3A

  Behunin Canyon

  Hanging canyon dropping through White Cliffs into the Emerald Pools area. Mostly rappel-focused, less swimming.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 3B

  Echo Canyon

  Above Weeping Rock. Subterranean middle section is a beautiful classic.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 4B

  Englestead Hollow

  Begins with a dramatic 300-ft initial rappel from a tree. Exits via Orderville and the Zion Narrows.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 4B R

  Heaps Canyon

  The big one. Long unrelenting potholes, swims, and a breathtaking 285-ft finale rap visible from Emerald Pools.

  Springdale, UT High flood
• 4B

  Imlay Canyon

  Advanced classic. Long unrelenting narrows finishing with Imlay Falls rappel into the Zion Narrows.

  Springdale, UT High flood
• 3B

  Keyhole Canyon

  Short, beginner-friendly slot with otherworldly subterranean scenery. Common starter Zion technical canyon.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 3B

  Mystery Canyon

  Hanging canyon ending with the dramatic Mystery Falls rappel into the Virgin River Narrows in front of hikers.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 2A

  Orderville Canyon

  Beautiful tributary of the Narrows. Tall narrow dark canyon ending with the famous Veiled Falls.

  Springdale, UT High flood
• 3B

  Pine Creek

  The classic Zion canyoneering route. Cathedral arches, dark corridors, free 100-ft finale into the Grotto.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 3A

  Spry Canyon

  Drains from Deertrap Mountain to Lower Pine Creek. More serious than Pine Creek; expect committing moves.

  Springdale, UT Moderate flood
• 3B

  The Subway (Left Fork)

  Iconic tube-shaped sandstone corridor. One of the most coveted permits in the West.

  Springdale, UT High flood