Backpacking: Parunuweap Canyon

Duration

2 Nights, 3 Days

Trip Dates

Pre-trip meeting at 7pm on June 4, 2026 in Kanab, UT
June 5-7, 2026

Highlights

• Difficulty: Strenuous
• Ages 18+
• 26+ miles hiking
• While no experience is required, you must be fit enough to backpack over rugged, off-trail terrain with a 35lbs+ pack. In addition to your personal gear, you will also be responsible for packing in a shared portion of group gear.
• Camp among starry skies at remote, unimproved camps
• Scenic 4WD access
• Slot Canyon

Description

Hosted by renowned creator and photographer Arika Bauer and guided by All Ways Adventure, this exclusive three day Parunuweap backpacking adventure is a rare chance to explore one of the Southwest’s most spectacular and least visited canyons. We're blending rugged routes, towering narrows, flowing river corridors, and quiet camps under the stars for a truly unforgettable backcountry experience.

Parunuweap Logistics

• June 4, 2026: Meet at All Ways Adventure HQ in Kanab, UT (4955 E Boulder Bluff Blvd in Kanab, UT) at 7pm for a pre-trip meeting and gear distribution.

• June 5, 2026: Depart HQ at 7:00am. Shoulder packs and wander down beautiful Meadow Creek, hike into the remote wilderness of Seven Arch Canyon, and end the day camping near the Mineral Gulch confluence. 9 miles

• June 6, 2026: Hike through the narrow, sculpted walls of Mineral Gulch, then drop into the cool, quiet beauty of Parunuweap where the East Fork of the Virgin River winds through lush riparian terrain before reaching Three Springs Camp. 9 miles

• June 7, 2026: Ditch the overnight packs and grab lunch to go for a hike downstream into the towering narrows of Parunuweap Canyon, a hidden gem that rivals the Zion Narrows but sees almost no visitors. Return upstream to camp and hike out via French Canyon, where our 4WD shuttle will be waiting to return us to HQ. 8 miles

Pricing includes meals, backpacking gear, and a 10:1 guest to guide ratio. A packing list and menu will be provided after booking is complete.

Plan to lodge in Kanab the night before your Parunuweap trip begins. Consider lodging in Kanab an additional night after the trip is complete.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to our office with any questions. There are lots of logistics that go into pulling off a smooth Parunuweap trip and we are eager to make sure your experience is seamless!

This trip requires a minimum of 6 participants and can accommodate up to 10 total guests. The final guest list will be confirmed on May 1, 2026, at which point we will notify you whether the trip is officially operating. If fewer than 6 guests are registered, we will contact each participant individually to discuss alternative adventure options, and if an alternative is not possible, you will receive a full refund. Please note that the trip is not guaranteed until the guest count is finalized, and even then it may still be canceled due to weather or conditions. Review our full cancellation policy on the next page for important details on planning ahead and protecting your investment.