Rappel down a spectacular 700-foot waterfall in Little Cottonwood Canyon with expert guides. Discover the perfect day adventure near Salt Lake City combining thrill with nature’s beauty.
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Difficulty
challenging
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
A good level of fitness is required, including ability to hike moderate terrain and manage physical strain while rappelling.
Wildlife
History
Little Cottonwood Canyon has long been a site for mining and outdoor recreation, reflecting Utah’s rugged heritage.
Conservation
Efforts focus on preserving water quality and minimizing erosion by educating visitors to stay on trails and pack out waste.
The Backcountry Pros LLC
Rappel down a spectacular 700-foot waterfall in Little Cottonwood Canyon with expert guides. Discover the perfect day adventure near Salt Lake City combining thrill with nature’s beauty.
The Backcountry Pros LLC is a Utah-based guiding and education company specializing in backcountry skiing, avalanche education, and technical climbing instruction. The team offers a range of hands-on experiences — from single-day clinics to multi-day mentorships and heli-assisted ski touring — focused on practical skills, decision-making, and safe mountain travel. Instructional offerings include Advanced Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Backcountry Skiing Mentorship, Ski Mountaineering Course, Level I (Uinta Mountains), Avalanche I Refresher, Heli Assisted Ski Touring, Intro to Trad Climbing, Multi Pitch Self Rescue, Advanced Ice Techniques, and Ice Intro Clinic.
Courses combine classroom and fieldwork when appropriate, with Zoom sessions, guided field days, basecamp-style mentorship, and real-world scenario practice. The Backcountry Pros LLC emphasizes small groups and a limited instructor-to-student ratio to maximize individualized feedback and hands-on coaching. Professional ski instructors and certified guides lead technical lessons in the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, covering avalanche forecasting, companion rescue, ski travel techniques, ice screw placement, anchor building, and multi-pitch self-rescue.
Safety and evidence-based decision making are core priorities; students practice terrain assessment, hazard interpretation, and rescue drills in real mountain settings. The company’s programs are designed for progressing skiers and climbers seeking measurable skill development, confidence in complex terrain, and the ability to plan and execute safe backcountry trips. Booking information, prerequisite details, and course logistics are provided for each trip to ensure participants arrive prepared for a productive and secure learning experience. Industry-standard safety protocols and hands-on mentorship create measurable progress and lasting skills for responsible mountain travel across winter and alpine environments.
Tours Offered
10
Guided clinics and mentorships
Group Size
Small groups
Limited instructor-to-student ratio
Primary Areas
Wasatch & Uinta
Utah alpine terrain
Heli Days
8+ hour days
Full-day heli-accessed skiing
Reserve a small-group clinic, mentorship, or heli day to advance technique, judgment, and avalanche safety.
Wear sturdy, water-resistant footwear
Choose shoes with good grip and drainage to handle slippery rocks and wet conditions during rappelling.
Stay hydrated throughout the trip
Bring plenty of water, especially in summer, as physical exertion combined with Utah’s dry climate can dehydrate you quickly.
Listen carefully to safety briefings
Follow the guides' instructions closely to ensure safe rappelling technique and rope management.
Protect yourself from sun exposure
Apply sunscreen and wear a hat, as much of the area is exposed and sun intensity can be high in summer.
Rappelling harness and helmet
Critical for safety while descending the waterfall and protecting against impacts.
Water-resistant hiking shoes
Keeps feet dry and stable on slippery rocks and wet surfaces.
summer
Quick-dry clothing
Comfortable and dries fast after water exposure on the rappel.
summer
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protects against strong UV rays while exposed on canyon walls.
summer