Non technical slot canyons in and around Zion

[zzyzx]

Hitch'n Post in Kanab and Paria Canyon Guest Ranch (near contact station on US 89) has campsites for tents and showers too.

[Iceaxe]

And do you think Spring Canyon is one of the more scenic canyons or is it just an "ok" canyon

It's better than some on your list, and not as good as others.

[zzyzx]

Thx for info, axe.

[erial]

If you're driving in from Las Vegas, you might consider Arrow Canyon near Moapa. It's just a short distance off I15 and up (north) rt 168. The approach track to the trailhead is a bit rough, but a 2wd rental will make it if you take it slow.

A recent thread here:

http://www.bogley.com/forum/showthre...derness-Nevada

In the main canyon of Zion there is trail access to Hidden Canyon. Perhaps not a slot canyon, but it is narrow and offers various photo ops to include a couple natural bridges/arches.

And finally if you do head over towards Willis and Round Valley, you might also consider Hackberry via the Cottonwood Wash Rd access. Again, not a slot, but a very deep and scenic canyon.

[mattandersao]

Add Shelf Canyon to your list of slots (east side ZNP) has some really neat slot sections. http://www.citrusmilo.com/zionguide/shelfcanyon.cfm

[Richie]

I trief to make a plan so what do you guys think about it:

Day *4: Capitol Reef - Cassidy Arch and Sulphur Creek
Day *5: Capitol Reef - Cathedral Valley
Day *6: Capitol Reef - Surprise Canyon AND Headquarter Canyon OR
*******Brimhall Bridge - *Burr Trail to Escalante
Day *7: Escalante - Red Cave - Kanab (is there time for another canyon in
this area?)
Day *8: Kanab - Clear Creek / Sheep Creek or Echo instead these two -
Kanab
Day *9: Kanab - Canaan Mountain / Water Canyon - Red Cliffs Campground
Day 10: Red Cliffs Campground - before noon: Hiking in Red Cliffs,
*******later drive to: Cathedral Gorge - Red Cliffs Campground
Day 11: Red Cliffs Recreation Area - Kanarra Creek - Red Cliffs Camground
Day 12: Red Cliffs Campground - Valley of Fire - VoF Campground

[jb56chevy]

Orderville in Zion is a great day hike. Bring a 30' of rope for handlines. water level in the narrows can be an issue in May, but i doubt it this year (no snow pack).