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Fry Canyon Canyoneering Adventure in Bluff, Utah - Monticello

Fry Canyon Canyoneering Adventure in Bluff, Utah

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

8 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have a good level of fitness, comfortable with hiking, swimming, and rappelling during a full-day outdoor adventure.

Overview

Discover the excitement of Fry Canyon with a private canyoneering trip featuring rappels, swims, and breathtaking scenery. Perfect for all skill levels in stunning Bluff, Utah.

Bluff, Utah

Fry Canyon Canyoneering

Recommended for ages 10+ • 8 Hours • Up to 10 People

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of Fry Canyon, a Cedar Mesa classic! This 8-hour adventure features a stunning 60-foot rappel into a picturesque cavern, complete with refreshing swims and sculpted walls. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned canyoneers, this unforgettable journey invites you to explore breathtaking backcountry beauty.

Fry Canyon is the Cedar Mesa Classic!

Duration

This ~8 hour excursion is offered at 8am May through September.

About

Fry Canyon is the Cedar Mesa Classic. You’ll rappel 60’ into a photogenic cavern with a deep pool of water. With multiple swims, twisting sculpted walls and one of the best rappels in the region this canyon is a perfect canyon for beginners and experienced canyoneers alike. Come join us and push your limits in discovering this beautiful backcountry slot you don’t want to miss.

10+ years old (Call us if you have younger explorer)

Included

  • Canyoneering Harness
  • Rappel Devices
  • Helmets
  • Ropes
  • Professional Guides
  • Snacks
  • Small dry bag for camera, wallet, etc.

What to bring

  • Small day pack
  • Comfortable hiking shoes or old tennis shoes that will get wet and muddy
  • Long pants
  • All clothing may get scraped up and muddy
  • Small camera

Adventure Tips

Bring waterproof gear bags

Protect your belongings and electronics from water during canyon swims and rappels.

Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes

Choose shoes with good traction to handle slippery rock surfaces safely.

Arrive hydrated and bring water

Carry ample water to stay hydrated during this physically demanding 8-hour trip.

Listen carefully to safety briefings

Rappelling techniques and route navigation are critical for a safe canyoneering experience.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Desert bighorn sheep
  • Golden eagles

History

Fry Canyon lies within Cedar Mesa, an area rich in Ancestral Puebloan ruins and ancient petroglyphs.

Conservation

Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles to protect fragile sandstone formations and local wildlife habitats.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Helmet

Essential

Protects your head during rappels and rock scrambles within the canyon.

Canyoneering harness and rappel device

Essential

Necessary for safe and efficient rappelling during the descent into Fry Canyon.

Wetsuit or neoprene socks

Helps you stay warm during swimming sections in colder seasons.

spring|fall|winter specific

Dry bag

Essential

Keeps your dry clothes, snacks, and electronics safe and dry throughout the trip.