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Discover the thrill of Chamisa Canyon’s water-carved slot walls in Moab, Utah. This 2.5-mile walking tour offers technical hiking, scrambling, and cool wading adventures.
Discover the thrill of Chamisa Canyon’s water-carved slot walls in Moab, Utah. This 2.5-mile walking tour offers technical hiking, scrambling, and cool wading adventures.
Chamisa Canyon, also known as Entrajo Canyon, offers an exhilarating walking tour experience in the heart of Moab, Utah. This stunning 2.5-mile canyon, carved by water over thousands of years, provides a unique blend of technical hiking, easy scrambling, and optional rappels. The adventure unfolds amid striking red sandstone formations that showcase nature’s artistry. Perfectly suited for hot summer days, this tour invites explorers to wade and swim through cool pools, adding a refreshing twist to the hike. From the moment you step into the narrow canyon walls, you’ll be surrounded by towering rock faces that create a picturesque and intimate atmosphere. This private experience with Red River Adventures is tailored for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both challenge and beauty, combining skillful navigation with moments of pure fun. Whether you're an experienced hiker or looking to try technical canyoning, Chamisa Canyon offers a memorable blend of adventure and scenic wonder, making it a must-do for visitors to Moab looking to explore beyond typical trails.
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moderate.
3–4 hours.
Suitable for hikers with moderate fitness who are comfortable with scrambling, wading, and optional rappelling.
No prior experience is necessary, but a willingness to follow guide instructions is important for safety.
Tours may be canceled or rescheduled if heavy rain or flash flood risk is present for safety reasons.
Bring water shoes, sun protection, a swimsuit or quick-dry clothes, and plenty of water.
This trip is recommended for teens and adults due to the technical sections and water obstacles.
The hike is moderately challenging with scrambling and wading, so a moderate fitness level is recommended.
Restrooms are available at the trailhead before starting the tour, but not during the hike.
Chamisa Canyon lies within ancestral lands historically used by the Ancestral Puebloans for hunting and gathering.
Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect the fragile slot canyon environment and sandstone formations.
Red River Adventures is a Moab, Utah–based outfitter featured on The Adventure Collective that specializes in guided canyoneering, rock climbing, rafting, and instructional courses. The company leads distinct Moab canyoneering trips such as Morning Glory (Ephedra’s Grotto), a roughly 3-mile route with guided rappels of about 90 feet into a sandstone chamber and 120 feet near Morning Glory Arch, and Chamisa Canyon (Entrajo Canyon), a water-carved slot canyon of roughly 2.5 miles with wading, scrambling, optional rappels, and summer swimming. Guided rock climbing offerings include private one-day guided rock climbing with AMGA-certified instructors, multi-pitch climbing instruction, classic introductory and advanced tours, Crack Camp programs, and iconic climbs such as Castleton Tower and Indian Creek. Instructional and professional development courses listed include AMGA SPI exam and course offerings, AIARE avalanche courses, avalanche rescue, and backcountry mentorship. Red River Adventures also lists ice climbing programs (half-day to multi-pitch and full-day), backcountry ski and heli-ski options, international trips such as Ski Hokkaido and Ski - Chamonix, and river options including Moab half-day rafting and a full-day Fisher Towers rafting trip. All trip descriptions indicate guided experiences and technical elements appropriate to the route. Prospective participants should review specific trip summaries for distance, technical difficulty, and equipment requirements. Trip choices cover day trips, full-day guided adventures, multi-day instruction, certification exams, and specialty international offerings. Several canyoneering and climbing routes are described as guided by experts, and trip pages list mileage, rappel heights, technical grades, and water exposure where applicable for accurate trip planning. Online.
Chamisa Canyon, also known as Entrajo Canyon, offers an exhilarating walking tour experience in the heart of Moab, Utah. This stunning 2.5-mile canyon, carved by water over thousands of years, provides a unique blend of technical hiking, easy scrambling, and optional rappels. The adventure unfolds amid striking red sandstone formations that showcase nature’s artistry. Perfectly suited for hot summer days, this tour invites explorers to wade and swim through cool pools, adding a refreshing twist to the hike. From the moment you step into the narrow canyon walls, you’ll be surrounded by towering rock faces that create a picturesque and intimate atmosphere. This private experience with Red River Adventures is tailored for outdoor enthusiasts seeking both challenge and beauty, combining skillful navigation with moments of pure fun. Whether you're an experienced hiker or looking to try technical canyoning, Chamisa Canyon offers a memorable blend of adventure and scenic wonder, making it a must-do for visitors to Moab looking to explore beyond typical trails.