Morning Glory Arch Canyoneering Adventure

Wear closed-toe shoes with good traction (shoes may get wet). Sandals, if you are comfortable hiking in them, can be worn but only if they have a strap across the heel (no flip-flops). Wear comfortable clothes for hiking, and bring sunscreen and water. We provide a small backpack, but you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. All technical gear, including harness, helmet, ropes, is provided. The hike out from Morning Glory Arch can have some poison ivy near water areas. This can be avoided if you’re watching for it, but for those who are sensitive, they may prefer to wear pants.

Expect 1 mile of hiking from the van to the first descent among the slickrock domes and fins of Sand Flats. Expect about a 2.5-mile hike through Grandstaff Canyon after the rappels. It’s mostly moderate terrain with some stream crossings, and guides keep a pace that works for the whole group.

Morning Glory is primarily a dry canyon, however, the spring and stream runs year round. Depending on the season or if it has recently rained, you may encounter some shallow water in the narrow slot canyon portion of the Medieval Chamber and shallow stream crossings in Grandstaff Canyon, but you won’t need to swim. 

Morning Glory has 2 rappels, provides the opportunity to rappel next to a massive natural arch, and has a 2.5 mile hike out next to a stream which is refreshing during the hot months. Bow & Arrow Canyon includes 4 rappels, petroglyphs, and a view of a hidden arch. It is typically dry and has a little more elevation gain in the beginning, however, a mile shorter.