Coyote Gulch advice for a Newbie?

[tgeorge1792]

Hi all,
I'm heading on Tuesday to do Coyote Gulch in Escalante with two friends. Will be backpacking for 3 days/2nights. We only have one car, so we are planning to go out and back the same route. My question is, what is the best entry? Red Well, or Hurricane Wash? I've heard Red Well is more scenic. But not sure. We are worried that Crack in the Wall may be too difficult to find/deal with, etc...Thoughts?
Also, do I need 'river shoes' for the hike or can I just use a pair of old sneakers and call it a day?
Thanks for the help,
Tony George

[Don]

Welcome to Bogley!

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