*Current Conditions of Utah Slots*

[jman]

*WARNING* These conditions are by "word of mouth". Apply the best judgement and logic as you plan your trip. The conditions here could be drastically different from your trip, even if it's 1 (one) day later!! If you are in Zion, ALWAYS check the current CFS of the Virgin River and know the imminent local/regional weather. We live in a desert and flash floods are VERY common and VERY possible. ALWAYS be aware of your surroundings. Do not become complacent. You have been warned!!!




Template when submitting: "6/24/2010 Capitol Reef: Burro Wash. chest deep pools, very cold water (wetsuits recommended). No log jams. flowing trickle. Anchors are good."

Basically, what I'm asking for is not a TR (obviously) but enough IMPORTANT information in a few sentences. Especially, if certain obstacles are new, if there is flowing water (if so, how much), anchor conditions, logjams, and especially the conditions of the keeper potholes.


I'm taking on the responsibility of creating and updating this thread. So PM me only if you have problems, questions, or submitting a conditions update. Thanks!
This thread ONLY works when you guys PM me, reply in this thread (as described above), or I will copy pertinent words from your posted Trip Reports (TRs).


And BEFORE you hit the canyons: CHECK out the Flashflood Warning & Watches from NWS.org




Current Road Conditions of Zion National Park:

06/25/2010
Trail and off trail hiking opportunities accessed along the road will be available Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and at all times between Friday at 8:00 am to Sunday at 8:00 p.m. All hikers must be back to their cars and moving out of the construction zone at 8:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday nights.

Advance reservations for backcountry permits in the area between the Canyon Junction and the park’s East Entrance will not be accepted for the duration of the construction. First come, first served backcountry permits will be available at the Zion Canyon Visitor Center from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Permits will also be issued at the Kolob Canyons Visitor Center from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. These permits can be picked up on the day before, or the same day of the trip. Permitting procedures for areas outside the construction zone remain the same.

Due to construction parking, staging, and other activities, the number of people permitted to travel through the Pine Creek Canyon canyoneering route may be lowered at times. Construction closures should end by October 28, 2010.

Updates on the availability of permits for canyoneering routes will be available on the park website at www.nps.gov/zion or by calling the backcountry desk at 435-772-0170. Road information is also available on the website or by calling 435-772-3256 (press 1, then 4)."

Thanks jiveassmother for the info!!
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