Family Canyoneering Adventure in Moab, Utah
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness, able to hike, swim, and rappel comfortably.
Overview
Dive into a family-friendly canyoneering adventure in Moab’s enchanting slot canyons. Perfect for beginners, this half-day trip offers exciting rappels and refreshing pool swims.
Family Canyoneering Half Day
Ages 8+ • 4 Hours • Perfect for first time rappellers
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About This Adventure
Experience the thrill of wading and swimming through refreshing pools in a stunning slot canyon during the summer months. This unique adventure in Entrajo offers a perfect escape for families and beginners, featuring two exhilarating rappels of 20 and 100 feet. Enjoy a memorable day immersed in nature's beauty!
Enjoy the feel of a slot canyon with pools of water to wade or swim through during the warmer months!
Duration
4 Hours
About
When the summer heat is at its peak, being in a water-filled slot canyon (during some months) is the place to be. In Entrajo, you will wade or swim through pools of rainwater collected in potholes. A great escape for a half or full day adventure.
Skill Level: Beginner, perfect for families and first time rappellers Rappels: 2 {20' & 100'}
Adventure Tips
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Trip
Bring plenty of water to stay comfortable, especially during warmer months in the desert climate.
Wear Sturdy, Water-Resistant Footwear
Choose shoes with good grip suitable for wet, rocky terrain to avoid slips during rappels and swims.
Apply Sunscreen Generously
Protect your skin from intense Utah sun, even when shaded in the canyon.
Follow Guide Instructions Carefully
Your guide’s expertise ensures safety on rappels and tricky canyon sections.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Desert bighorn sheep
- Collared lizards
History
Entrajo Canyon and surrounding areas have been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples and early settlers who respected the land’s natural resources.
Conservation
Visitors are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace principles to preserve the fragile desert ecosystem and the clarity of the canyon’s waterways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Water Shoes
Provide grip and protect feet on wet, rocky surfaces.
summer specific
Lightweight Quick-Dry Clothing
Keeps you comfortable when swimming and helps water evaporate quickly.
summer specific
Helmet
Protects your head during rappels and canyon navigation.
Dry Bag
Keeps valuables and electronics safe and dry throughout the trip.