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3B
III-IV |
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Ethic:
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Hazy;
tends towards Sport but the bolted anchors are old
and possibly dangerous. Best treated like a Clean
canyon. |
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USGS 7.5" Quadrangle: |
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Springdale
East, UT / The Barracks, UT |
| Rappels: |
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6 |
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Max. Rappel Length: |
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60'
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| Distance: |
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8
miles |
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Typical Time: |
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8
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unknown |
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Preferred Season: |
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Spring
or Fall - the approach and exit redefine "misery"
in the summer. |
| Shuttle: |
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No |
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Permitted: |
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No |
| Drinking
Water: |
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Treatable
water is available at the end of the canyon before
exiting for the hike back. |
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Additional Gear: |
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Wetsuits
recommended, drysuits may not be a bad idea in cold
weather. |
| Driving
Directions: |
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From
the Zion National Park Visitor Center: Drive east
on Highway 9 through the first big tunnel; after
exiting the second smaller tunnel, proceed an additional
3.2 miles and park. You will be heading up the obvious
canyon just west of Checkerboard Mesa. If coming
from the East Entrance to the Park, drive .75 miles
west to the same point. |
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Links: |
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Tom's
Utah Canyoneering Guide |
| Map: |
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download |
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Comments: |
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Challenging
navigation - good map & compass skills are a
plus. The approach and exit can be very hot, making
this a good choice for fall and spring. Beware of
manky old bolts, think twice before trusting your
life to them. A good place to practice your natural
anchor skills, which might be safer than using the
bolts. Detailed navigational beta also available
here. |
| GPS
Park:
(NAD83/WGS84 Datum) |
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MY02
37°13'36" N, 112°53'05" W Parking |
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GPS Trailhead: |
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MY01
37°12'18" N, 112°52'22" W (Approach/exit
fork) |
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Canyon Head: |
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MY03
37°12'12" N, 112°51'48" W |
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GPS Canyon Mouth: |
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MY00
37°10'55" N, 112°51'51" W Misery
Falls |
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Shuttle: |
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n/a |
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