Best approached by 4-wheeling on sand, the trip culminates with the thrill of a stroll through a glorious passage of brilliant, rippled and fluted rock that will tantalize photographer and hiker alike. Once in the wash turn left and head up the wash until the wash ends at the slot. We made it out easily after lowering tire pressure so we decided turn around and head back down and made it to the start of the slot. Peek-a-boo Canyon from Mapcarta, the free map. It's a 3 hour tour to Peek A Boo slot canyon located about 10 miles outside of Kanab Utah. Zion Jeep Tour Premium Package - Afternoon Tour. Quick View. You probably have seen these images of slot canyons with light beams falling in. Visit To Peek-a-Boo Canyonhttp://www.americansouthwest.net/slot_canyons/red_canyon/index.html Follow BLM Road 102 to the slot canyon. You’ll then be given directions to the Peek-a-boo canyon trailhead and staging area where you’ll meet your guide and get all loaded up. Hiking it would be miserable as others have said. Lots of evidence of coyotes and even a baby snake. This hike is listed as a strenuous hike due to the rapid elevation change and the length. It keeps going until it narrows that you can go no longer unless you have climbing gear. 3709.522 N We have a RAM 1500, full 4x4 with air suspension that can raise for high clearance. Cette petite piste n'est pas très bien carrossable, avec des zones assez sableuses et une derni… Sunset at Arches National Park, Sept 2020. Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon Peek-A-Boo, also commonly known as Red Canyon, is an easy, short hike (0.7 miles round trip) into one of the most beautiful slot canyons in the area. It’s only about a half mile through the canyon, but it’s not comparable to a half mile on the racetrack. Such fresh air, beautiful scenery. 3708.698 N This is not the Peek-a-Boo slot canyon found in the Escalante area. The Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail begins at Bryce Point and drops quickly to the canyon floor. Mesa Arch at Canyonlands National Park, Sept 2020. With stunning panoramas from the top, and intimate bottom up views from the base, Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail wows and impresses. 3708.710 N Once out to the slots it was a nice short stroll through. We didn’t try, but the signs make it clear that you should not. It’s hard and long and I gave up half way. Enjoy a tremendous slot canyon without being rushed by a crowd. Was able to make it to start of slot in 2019 Suburban with larger tires (275/75r18). Great spots for photos. Tried following the mapped route. Hikers will encounter horse/mule riders on this trail. You will find Peek-a-Boo just a few feet further along the cliff, it is wider and has shallow steps in the rock. Absolutely beautiful! Finding a good winter hike that is inspiring and not drab can be tricky. Slot canyons are a hidden treasure of this area that attracts many adventurers willing to explore eve Definitely deep sand but had no problems on that trail! Beautiful though. The most famous location for these photos is the Antelope Canyon in Arizona. Aired down to 14 PSI on MTs and ATs tires (4X4 vehicles). Follow the cairns until you end up at the mouth of Peek-A-Boo (you'll see a larger slot canyon before Peek-A-Boo). Short hike, but worth the travel if you have an ATV. Race over sand trails in 2 or 4 person ATVs towards the breathtaking Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon and learn about this special area from one of our experienced guides. Our guide was Kirk and he was phenomenal! One of our local gems is Red Canyon or as the locals call it, Peek-a-boo. We chose to do a ride-along with the tour guide, but guests 18 years and older with a … and I am glad I did. Peek-A-Boo Gulch. sand for so long. Red Canyon or Peek-a-Boo Canyon, located near Kanab, Utah, is a series of narrow slots going through the thick red sandstone rock of the Glendale Bench. This short slot rivals any of the more famous canyons located in Utah or Arizona for photography potential. I already read all review and prepare hiking in very rough trail and very soft sandy in hot weather. Peek-A-Boo Canyon No. The price of admission into such a canyon often requires long hikes, down-climbing and rappelling skills, as well as an involved knowledge of rope work. 3710.765 N Shamans Needle Back at the slot entrance look for a small drainage that enters from the north. Definitely an adventure as a newbie Jeep owner! For more photos & to see our other adventures, check us out @ReachesofRaine on instagram! Length: 4.5 miles, to the dryfall, via the sandy track. 11233.885 W Au mile 26 (N37°27'59.754" W111°13'26.161"), tournez à gauche sur la BLM252. There will be a dirt/sand 4WD road on the left just prior to a group of buildings (Best Friends Animal Sanctuary) and this is the deep sandy path you will navigate for the next 3-miles. 3710.643 N Also don’t attempt this in a car. Tanya Milligan in Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Red Canyon (aka Peek-a-Boo Canyon) is a 16.9 kilometer lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Orderville, Utah and is good for all skill levels. En route to the canyon, you'll enjoy an exciting off-roading adventure while getting to the canyon. I’m sure it’s amazing on an ATV, but on foot it was simply not worth it. You can’t really do Peekaboo without coming back through Spooky. I left the South Rim of Grand Canyon late in the afternoon of August 10, 2008 with friends Jamie and Michael. If you can, rent a vehicle to get there. Stripped logs, twigs, and other debris wedged up high offer evidence of past violent flash floods that have raged through the waterway and forged the sandy chasm. Peek-a-Boo From where you parked you can see the slot canyon to the west. The red rocks/peek-a-boo slot is a wonderful beginner stroll. Red Canyon, or as locals call it: Peek-a-boo, does not require any hiking to get to, but will require a 4 wheel drive. Turn left and follow the dry creek bed for a mile to arrive at the mouth of "Peek-a-boo" slot canyon. There is a small parking area near the start of the canyon, but it is 4 miles down a 4WD road to get there. Kane County Drive-About: Long Valley Junction to Glen Canyon Dam. In front of you is a 12 foot climb just to gain access into the slot canyon. The Peek-A-Boo Loop Trail begins at Bryce Point and drops quickly to the canyon floor. Jamie’s first big hike with me was Humphreys Peak in Arizona. More info. The canyons were incredible, but as my cousin would put it “it was really brutal”. The canyon is beautiful, but maybe a third of the way down the trail, the canyon is blocked off by a boulder. After that, we headed back out the same way we came in & were only slowed down by other cars getting stuck bc they didn’t take enough air out of their tires. Our guide was Kirk and he was phenomenal! We got stuck halfway through, but powered through. We made it out, but holy hell we were exhausted. Ten Great Arches at Arches National Park, Aug 2016. Once in Peek-A-Boo Gulch, enjoy the view. My Jeep slid sideways the 2nd time & got stuck up to the frame in the deep sand. We drove up to the mouth of the slot canyon, BUT the drive is in deep sand. Pro tip: bring a cute dog to help lure assistance, haha! 11233.563 W. Took a Jeep down this trail yesterday with tires aired down to about 18. It can be a little tricky getting up this, but if you are hiking with friends, it sometimes helps to a get a little boost up from them. Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon. Continue along the canyon floor for a moment until you see the sign for Peek-a-Boo Loop. If you do this hike and decide to drive down to it, make sure your vehicle has enough clearance, 4x4, and let your tires down to 15 or 20 psi or you will 100% get stuck trying to drive back out! Peek-a-Boo Loop. Resources A Google map of Peek-a-boo Canyon BLM website for Peek-a-boo All and all, it was a moderate 8 mile hike. I was part of the Kanab Touring Company and we used atv to get there. The trail access seems to have changed from this original GPS download. Sand did get deep and I wouldn’t try it unless you know what you are doing. Saw several deer, a rabbit and a squirrel. The sand is very deep, and while it is technically 'hikeable' the constant dune buggies using the road make it difficult to actually hike the trail. So. Peek-a-boo – You can take your time. Spooky exit Loop via Dry Fork Trail and Dry Fork Coyote Gulch. Peek-a-Boo Canyon was fantastic! Enter dry streambed Most sections in this slot are well lit, but a few places can only be captured with a steady hand or the use of a tripod. The canyon is great. Steve still has to boost me up to get in. Slot Canyons > Zion National Park > Red Canyon (Peek-a-Boo Canyon) Red Canyon (Peek-a-Boo Canyon) Half a mile of colorful, medium depth narrows along a minor tributary of Kanab Creek, surrounded by a rolling landscape of sand dunes and small hills. Peek-A-Boo trail is my favorite hike in Bryce Canyon National Park. Peek-a-boo Canyon from Mapcarta, the free map. This was my second visit to the canyon, and I felt much more at home, and far better equipped to capture some of the stunning formations and beautiful colors of this rare gem. We backtracked and scrambled out of the canyon, walked along the edge, until eventually we found another scramble to lower ourselves back into the canyon. Good think we brought out the Gladiator. 61 reviews. If you have thought about renting an ATV or own one, it’s worth having to get to this hike. The most famous location for these photos is the Antelope Canyon in Arizona. I took the right fork at the 1.5 mi mark and had zero problems getting there or back. We lost momentum about 1/4 up the hill and it was a painful long hour of digging our tires out, putting sticks and plant debris in front for traction. Nothing is labeled on the trail and google maps will take you through private property with no trespassing signs. This hike is listed as a strenuous hike due to the rapid elevation change and the length. Book the most popular Sightseeing Tours in Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon. Did a tour w/a 4x4 to this Canyon. Not worth it. Once you get to the slot canyons the sign points a bit erroneous to a slot that is narrow it is not Peek-a-Boo. Once we hitch hiked out there, the slot was beautiful and shaded. The 106c is only a 100 foot detour. After only .25 miles on this primary road you will be turning left off of the paved road. Views along this trail include the popular Wall of Windows, The Three Wisemen, The Organ, and The Cathedral as well as eastward views beyond the canyon toward the Aquarius Plateau, Canaan Mountain, and the Kaiparowits Plateau. $137.19 per adult. First "Y" in road It lies a few miles from Zion National Park. The stunning orange, sandstone walls make an amazing backdrop for photographs. The canyon is usually dry and is only about .35 miles long. It seems like the only way to really get there unless you have a 4x4 vehicle. Yes, trail is indeed ATV trail. At almost the 3 mile mark the road passes through an open fence, stay right and 30 yards farther the road intersects with a wide wash. If driving from Kanab: Drive 6.6 miles north on US-89 and turn right onto the primary paved road heading east. Look on the left side of the road for mile-post 72 and the turn-off to the Coral Pink Sand Dunes on the right side. The off road drive was fun and got us right to the start of the canyon. 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