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  monoxide (n. forks poison spring)

 
Class:
  3A III
Ethic:
  Clean
USGS 7.5" Quadrangle:
  Baking Skillet Knoll, UT
Rappels:
  1-4
Max. Rappel Length:
 

150'

Distance:
  2 miles either fork
Typical Time:
  4-6 hours
Fastest Time:
  ?
Preferred Season:
  Spring and Fall, but could be done year round
Shuttle:
  No
Permitted:
  No
Drinking Water:
  Potholes only, bring your own
Additional Gear:
  long sleeves and pants or a wetsuit provide abrasion protection. This is a harsh canyon on gear, so don't bring your specialized wet-canyon mesh pack or favorite capilene top.
Driving Directions:
  From Hanksville: drive south on Highway 95 from the 24/95 Junction for 17.1 miles to where the 95 crosses Poison Spring Canyon. Turn east (left) onto a dirt road and follow it for 5 miles along the canyon bottom.
Links:
 

none

Map:
  { download }
Comments:
  These canyons are not so great. Enjoy!
GPS Park:
(NAD83/WGS84 Datum)
  38°08'06"N, 110°33'00"W
GPS Trailhead:
  38°08'39"N, 110°32'37"W
GPS Canyon Head:
  West: 38°08'52"N, 110°32'43"W
East: 38°08'38"N, 110°32'22"W
GPS Canyon Mouth:
  38°08'18"N, 110°33'00"W
GPS Shuttle:
  n/a
 
 
 
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