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Spend a full day in North Wash’s sculpted redrock canyons: guided rappels, narrow slots and sandstone scrambling on BLM lands north of Moab. This full-day trip includes technical gear, guides and a buffet-style lunch.
Spend a full day in North Wash’s sculpted redrock canyons: guided rappels, narrow slots and sandstone scrambling on BLM lands north of Moab. This full-day trip includes technical gear, guides and a buffet-style lunch.
Morning light cuts across red sandstone, throwing long shadows down a narrow ribbon of canyon. On the North Wash Canyoneering Adventure, the walls close in and open out in rhythm: smooth slickrock, tight slots, and amphitheaters sculpted by water. Guides rig lines where routes demand commitment; the canyon’s features dare you to move confidently and deliberately.
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Operated by NAVTEC Expeditions · Moab, Utah
Morning light cuts across red sandstone, throwing long shadows down a narrow ribbon of canyon. On the North Wash Canyoneering Adventure, the walls close in and open out in rhythm: smooth slickrock, tight slots, and amphitheaters sculpted by water. Guides rig lines where routes demand commitment; the canyon’s features dare you to move confidently and deliberately.
Geologically this is a study in uplift and erosion — Entrada and Navajo Sandstone folded and fluted into chimneys and potholes over millions of years. The corridor sits on public BLM land north of Moab, a landscape long traveled by Paiute and Ute peoples and later by ranchers and early explorers who mapped the washes between plateaus. The red walls retain heat and light differently across the day; midday shadows reveal hidden alcoves, late afternoon slant-illumination brings depth to every fracture.
Practically, the trip is a full-day guided canyoneering route that suits beginners through experienced parties because guides provide harnesses, helmets, ropes and technical instruction. Expect 10–12 hours including transit from Moab, some short hikes over uneven sandstone, several short rappels and route-finding through narrow sections. Bring sturdy footwear with good grip, layered sun protection, and a secure system for cameras.
Logistics: meet at the NAVTEC office on Main Street at 7:00 AM, return in the evening; a buffet-style boxed lunch and ground transportation are included. Weather, physical fitness and respect for fragile desert soils shape the experience — move lightly, carry out trash, and be prepared for hot sun or sudden wind. This is canyoneering that rewards steady focus and curiosity.
moderate.
12 hours (full day).
Good overall fitness with experience on sustained hikes and short technical moves; able to handle multiple rappels and uneven terrain.
No — guided trips accommodate beginners, but participants should be comfortable with heights, basic scrambling, and following rope-team instructions.
Guides, technical gear (harness, helmets, ropes), ground transportation from Moab, and a buffet-style lunch with ice water are included.
Expect a long day with intermittent scrambling, route-finding, and several short rappels; moderate fitness and good balance help a lot.
Full refunds are available if cancelled at least 24 hours before departure; trips may be cancelled if minimum numbers aren’t met.
The washes north of Moab cross traditional travel and hunting grounds of Ute and Paiute peoples; more recent use includes ranching and exploratory mapping by settlers and early geologists.
This area sits on BLM land with fragile cryptobiotic soils and sensitive riparian pockets — follow Leave No Trace, pack out all trash, and stay on durable surfaces.
NAVTEC Expeditions operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light cuts across red sandstone, throwing long shadows down a narrow ribbon of canyon. On the North Wash Canyoneering Adventure, the walls close in and open out in rhythm: smooth slickrock, tight slots, and amphitheaters sculpted by water. Guides rig lines where routes demand commitment; the canyon’s features dare you to move confidently and deliberately.
Morning light cuts across red sandstone, throwing long shadows down a narrow ribbon of canyon. On the North Wash Canyoneering Adventure, the walls close in and open out in rhythm: smooth slickrock, tight slots, and amphitheaters sculpted by water. Guides rig lines where routes demand commitment; the canyon’s features dare you to move confidently and deliberately.
Geologically this is a study in uplift and erosion — Entrada and Navajo Sandstone folded and fluted into chimneys and potholes over millions of years. The corridor sits on public BLM land north of Moab, a landscape long traveled by Paiute and Ute peoples and later by ranchers and early explorers who mapped the washes between plateaus. The red walls retain heat and light differently across the day; midday shadows reveal hidden alcoves, late afternoon slant-illumination brings depth to every fracture.
Practically, the trip is a full-day guided canyoneering route that suits beginners through experienced parties because guides provide harnesses, helmets, ropes and technical instruction. Expect 10–12 hours including transit from Moab, some short hikes over uneven sandstone, several short rappels and route-finding through narrow sections. Bring sturdy footwear with good grip, layered sun protection, and a secure system for cameras.
Logistics: meet at the NAVTEC office on Main Street at 7:00 AM, return in the evening; a buffet-style boxed lunch and ground transportation are included. Weather, physical fitness and respect for fragile desert soils shape the experience — move lightly, carry out trash, and be prepared for hot sun or sudden wind. This is canyoneering that rewards steady focus and curiosity.