Duration
1.5
- 3.5 hrs.
Rating
3
Technical Class Indicates the technicality of the terrain and the tyoe of rope work require.
1 -
Canyon Hiking Non-technical. No rope is required. See the route description for difficulties.
2 -
Basic Canyoneering Scrambling, easy climbing or downclimbing. A rope may be handy for handlines, belays, lowering packs and emergency use. Exit or retreat possible upcanyon without fixed ropes.
3 -
Intermediate Canyoneering Rappels or technical climbing and/or downclimbing. A rope is required for belays and single-pitch rappels. Retreat upcanyon would require fixing ropes.
4 -
Advanced Canyoneering Aid climbing, multi-pitch rappels and/or complex rope work (such as re-belays, tyrollean traverse, or guided rappels) may be required. Might also require difficult pothole escapes, serious squeezing, extensive high-risk downclimbing, or have difficult-to-establish natural anchors. Rappels longer than 200 feet will usually earn a canyon a Class 4 rating.
C
Water Rating indicates complications due to flowing or still water, under normal conditions.
A -
Normally dry or with very little water. Wading to waist deep at most.
B -
Water with no current or light current. Still pools. Falls are normally dry or running at a trickle. Swimming expected.
C -
Water with strong current. Waterfalls. Wet canyon rope techniques required.
I
Time or Grade indicates the length of the adventure.
I -
Short. A couple of hours.
II -
Requires about a half day.
III -
Normally requires most of a day.
IV -
Expected to take a long day. Get up early, bring a headlamp. Possible bivy.
V -
More than one day. Normally done in two days.
VI -
Two full days or more.
Additional Risk Rating indicates the presence of more risk factors than might be expected.
No Rating -
Normal risk factors are present on this adventure.
R -
One or more extraordinary risk factors exist that complicate the descent. Solid technical skills and sound judgment required. Not appropriate for beginners, even with competent leadership.
X -
Multiple risk factors exist that will complicate the descent. Errors in technique or judgment will likely result in serious injury or death. Descent should be attempted by expert canyoneers only. This is the least-well-established part of the rating system, and the most subjective. Use by beta-providers varies widely, to the point that this part of the rating means very little.
Longest Rappel
105 ft
Number of Rappels
4
Country: united states
State/Province: UT
City or Nearest City: Springdale
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1. Approaches:
Hidden Haven Approach
Approach GPS: 37.774947, -112.838640
From the parking pullout, head South until you spot a bridge that crosses the stream. Cross the bridge over Parowan Creek and follow the trail, for 0.3 miles. Stay on the most well-worn and obvious trail. There will be other trails that connect to the main one. Right around 0.3 miles, there is a trail juncture on the right-hand side of the main trail. Take this trail. It is marked by a small juniper tree at the corner of the junction. Head in a South/Southwestern direction on the trail. After another 0.3 miles the trail will start to become smaller and the trail will turn in a more direct southern direction. This is where the trail will become steep for the next 0.2 miles. This is where you will gain almost all of the elevation on this route. At the top of the steep hike up, the trail fades into more of a game trail. Follow it in a Northeastern direction along the rock outcropping and ridge. Eventually the trail will widen once again and you will turn in a more Eastern leading you down to a wide open area with some trees. Continue down the trail and it will turn sharply North and lead you steeply down to Benson Creek. Once you are in Benson Creek, follow the drainage for about 50 yards to the first rappel.
Parking:
Benson Creek Parking
GPS: 37.775471, -112.838435
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Hidden Haven Approach Gallery:
Waypoints:
Parowan Creek Bridge
GPS: 37.774924, -112.838477
Cross this bridge on the approach and the exit.
3. Exit Time:
Hidden Haven Exit
Exit GPS: 37.771981, -112.832963
From the bottom of the final rappel, follow the creek until you can scramble up and out to the left. There is a pretty obvious spot to do this marked by the start of a path. Follow the trail passed some picnic table and passed the tail juncture that you took on the approach. Follow the beginning of the approach trail back to bridge that crosses over Parowan Creek, and then to your car.
Waypoints:
Picnic Tables
GPS: 37.772704, -112.835132
There are picnic tables to the right of the exit trail. This is a great spot to eat if you brought food.
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Seasonal Gear Recommendations
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Benson Creek Canyon Rappels
- 4 rappels
Rappel 1
Length: 105 ft
Coordinates: 37.770773,-112.830954
Rappel 1 Anchor
The anchor for this rappel is a large tree just on the left side of the top of the waterfall. It is easy to spot and has webbing around the tree.
Overview
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
Length: 45 ft
Type of Rappel: Two-stage
Rappel 2 Anchor
Two bolted chains with permanent hardware just above eye level on the right hand wall of the canyon.
Overview
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
Length: 55 ft
Rappel 3 Anchor
Two bolted chains with hangers on the left-hand side of the canyon wall.
Overview
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
Length: 45 ft
Coordinates: 37.771955,-112.832588
Rappel 4 Anchor Left
On the left-hand-side of the canyon, there are a set of chains and bolted hangers that are near your feet that can be used to stay directly in the watercourse and rappel directly down the falls.
Rappel 4 Anchor Right
On the right-hand side of the canyon of the wall near the edge of the drop, there is a set of chains and bolted hangers that will cause you to drop down the dry portion of the falls avoiding all of the water.
Overview
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Benson Creek Canyon Gallery
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 1
Rappel down the beautiful fluted chute with water flowing down it about 100 ft. to the floor. About 2/3rds of the way down there is a small ledge that has ankle-deep water usually. You will get wet!
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 2
From the first rappel take about 3 steps down canyon and you will reach the second rappel. The first part of this rappel drop only about 7-8 ft. to a large landing. Walk down canyon after the first drop while on rope and then rappel another 30 ft. down to the bottom.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 3
From the bottom of the second rappel, walk down canyon for about 2 minutes until you reach the next drop. This rappel is down another waterfall that is sure to get you wet on the way down.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Rappel 4
After you finish the 3rd rappel walk for another 4-5 minutes down canyon until you reach the final drop. The canyon will open up and you will have the option to rappel either side of the falls.
Benson Creek Canyon Trip Reports
July 17, 2021
It was an overcast day when we went down Benson Creek and it even sprinkled on us a bit. Overall, the temperature was great and the water was refreshing in July. The approach was simple and only had one steep section that made us breathe a little harder. We got wet from the waist down, but dried off on the 15ish minute hike back to the car. We had two brand new beginners with us in our group of 6 and we made it took us less than 3 hours from car to car. We did not bring wetsuits and all four anchors were in good shape. At the bottom of the third rappel we noticed bolts for a climbing route. It looked pretty cool.
October 31, 2020
What a surprising adventure! We expected fun rappels, but we did not expect all of the ice that we encountered. We decided that is was still safe to descend and we were glad we did. We descended with no wetsuits and we were fine. It was cold though, so if you are planning on spending more than 45 minutes in the canyon and in the cold running water and ice, you might want a wetsuit. Aside from the ice, the water was flowing as well, adding to the chill. Anchors were all in good condition.
October 17, 2020
It was a perfect fall day to run this canyon. We tried to find the approach that goes directly up the scree field gully on the South side of the canyon that is mentioned in other beta sites, but it was so overgrown we could not locate it and decided to not on that route. Instead, we went around the South side of the rock ridge just as mentioned in this beta. We did NOT need wetsuits because we moved through pretty quickly. The water was running and it was cold though. All anchors were in good shape. We added another piece of webbing around the tree as a backup because it was hard to tell how long the rope that was providing an anchor, was there for. All the rappels are pretty much back to back. There were 3 of us and ended up taking us 3 hours even after our small detour trying to find the gully approach. Great short canyon that would be a refreshing blast during the summer.