Backpacking & Rappelling: Misery Canyon

Duration

2 Nights, 3 Days

Pre-trip meeting in Kanab, UT

Prefer a private group? Don't see your preferred date? Special request? Trouble booking just one person? Please call.

Highlights

• Difficulty: Hard
• Ages 16+
• 17+ miles hiking
• Must be comfortable swimming in cold, knee- to chest-deep water and canyon pools
• Must be able 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 a remote, unimproved camp
• Rappels up to 100ft
• Scenic 4wd access
• Slot Canyon / Wilderness Loop

Description

Misery Canyon & Parunuweap is an incredible backcountry canyoneering experience like no other. Our expert guide(s) lead you deep into the remote Zion backcountry, connecting up to 5 different slot canyons through towering sandstone walls and the pristine waters of the Virgin River.

Over three days, you'll delve into the heart of canyon country, marveling at ancient petroglyph panels, grand views of Zion National Park, and rare wilderness seclusion. You will navigate through technical terrain featuring swims, narrow twists, and thrilling rappels through Misery Canyon. Finally, exit through the lush riparian environment of French Canyon to reach the rim, where smiles, high fives, and a rugged 4x4 ride back to civilization await!

Logistics

• Day 0: Meet at All Ways Adventure HQ in Kanab, UT at 7:00 PM for a pre-trip meeting and gear distribution.
• Day 1: 4x4 out to the Rock Canyon Trailhead . Shoulder packs and hike down Rock Canyon to the stunning Parunuweap Confluence . Set up camp along the river, relax, and enjoy a warm backcountry dinner.
• Day 2: Misery Canyon Technical Day . Suit up in harnesses and tackle the narrow twists, deep pools, and 7+ rappels of Misery Canyon . Return to basecamp near the mouth of Misery Canyon for the evening.
• Day 3: Break camp, shoulder packs, and hike upstream through Parunuweap Canyon toward French Canyon . Navigate up French Canyon to exit steeply out to the remote trailhead . 4x4 back to civilization and try in vain to explain this experience to your friends and family!

Pricing includes meals, technical gear including: harnesses, devices, helmets, drysuits/wetsuits (seasonally), camping equipment, and a 4:1 guest to guide ratio. A packing list and menu will be provided after booking is complete.

We recommend trip protection (see options during checkout) if the trip dates need to change or itinerary modified/canceled due to weather, logistics complications, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Plan to lodge in Kanab, UT the night before your trip begins. Consider lodging in Kanab an additional night after the trip is complete to rest and recover.

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

Published dates are for mixed groups. Please inquire about private trips. Please note that due to the presence of potholes in the canyon, we require at least 2 guests to book in order to run the trip. Singles are welcome, but may have to call to book if there are no other reserved guests on the trip yet. If a single reserves and no additional teammates add on, the single will be refunded in full 1 week prior to the trip departure date and the trip will be cancelled. Please plan accordingly.