Kanab canyoneering: rappelling into slot canyons by UTV
Kanab canyoneering here means a guided descent into a narrow sandstone canyon on fixed ropes. Three trips start in Orderville on US 89, north of Kanab, and take a UTV to the canyon before you hike in and rappel. A fourth trip runs on the red cliffs above Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park.
Prices run from $136 to $250 per person, and the time you spend in the canyon explains most of the difference. Beginners are welcome on all four trips, and the youngest participants are 4 years old on the East Zion routes.
Our picks: Kanab canyoneering
Our take: the 2.5-hour trip suits a first rappel, the dunes ride starts in the state park, and the full day covers three slot canyons.
Hand-picked tours, booked through Viator and GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of November 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
East Zion Ultimate: three slot canyons
- Bottled water
- Harnesses, helmets, gloves, ropes and belay devices
About 4 miles of hiking and 7 to 10 rappels of 10 to 120 ft. From 4 years.
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East Zion 4-hour slot canyon trip with rappels
- Bottled water
UTV to the canyon, then 3 to 7 rappels of 10 to 110 ft. From 4 years.
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UTV ride with canyoneering and rappelling
A guide, rappelling gear and water.
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East Zion slot canyon canyoneering by UTV
- Bottled water
About one hour of hiking and 3 to 4 rappels of 10 to 45 ft. From 4 years, medium fitness.
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Three East Zion slot canyon trips and a ride and rappel at the dunes, from a short outing to a full day.
East Zion 2.5-hour trip: the short slot canyon
The 2.5-hour East Zion trip is the shortest of the three Orderville routes. You meet at the operator's storefront at 500 E State St in Orderville and return there afterwards. The route includes about one hour of hiking and 3 to 4 rappels of 10 to 45 feet. Bottled water is included.
Participants must be at least 4 years old, and the operator rates the trip medium. It is not recommended with back problems, pregnancy, heart problems or other serious conditions.
East Zion 4-hour trip: longer rappels
The 4-hour East Zion trip starts at the same Orderville storefront and rappels 3 to 7 times, with drops from 10 to 110 feet. A UTV carries the group to the canyon, and a steep approach of about half a mile leads to the start. Bottled water is included, and the minimum age is 4 years.
East Zion Ultimate: three slot canyons in a full day
The full-day canyoneering trip covers three East Zion slot canyons, with about 4 miles of hiking and 7 to 10 rappels of 10 to 120 feet. The booking listing gives 6 hours, while the direct description gives 7 to 8 hours. Harnesses, helmets, gloves, ropes and belay devices are included, along with bottled water. Bring lunch and at least 2 liters of water. The minimum age is 4 years.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes: ride and rappel in two hours
The Coral Pink Sand Dunes trip starts at the meeting point in the state park, at 12500 S Sand Dunes Rd. A UTV crosses the dunes to the Coral Cave and its Window of the Dunes, where you climb up and rappel down. A walk around the descent is available for anyone who prefers to stay on foot.
Participants must be at least 6 years old, and beginners and experienced canyoneers are both welcome. Rappelling gear and water are included. Dogs are not allowed. Cancel at least 24 hours ahead for a full refund. Standard park entry costs $15 per vehicle for up to 8 people; its inclusion in the tour price is unconfirmed.
Prices and which trip to choose
Prices as of November 2026: the 2.5-hour East Zion trip costs $136 per person, the 4-hour trip $159, the Ultimate trip $250 and the Coral Pink ride and rappel $139. Anyone short on time takes the 2.5-hour trip or the two-hour dunes ride. With children of 4 or 5, only the East Zion trips qualify, and the full-day Ultimate suits those who want the most rappels.
Season, weather and experience
Kanab canyoneering runs year-round, depending on the weather, and no canyoneering experience is needed. The operator suggests early morning or late afternoon hours and start times vary. The National Park Service warns that flash floods can follow storms far away at any time of year, so check the forecast and the flash flood potential before the day.
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Kanab canyoneering: questions and answers
Do I need canyoneering experience?
No. The operator requires no canyoneering experience for the East Zion trips, and the Coral Pink ride and rappel welcomes beginners and experienced participants.
What does Kanab canyoneering cost?
$136 per person for the 2.5-hour East Zion trip, $159 for the 4-hour trip, $250 for the full-day Ultimate trip and $139 for the two-hour Coral Pink Sand Dunes ride and rappel, as of November 2026.
How old do children need to be?
The three East Zion trips take children from 4 years old, and the Coral Pink Sand Dunes ride and rappel starts at 6 years. The 2.5-hour trip is not recommended with pregnancy, back problems or heart problems.
Where do the trips start?
The three East Zion trips start and end at the operator's storefront at 500 E State St in Orderville. The Coral Pink trip starts inside Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, at 12500 S Sand Dunes Rd.