King's Cave | 3A III

When you sign up you will be added to the waitlist. Priority will be given to my previous students. Must have your own gear and prior canyon experience. This is NOT a guided trip.

Introduction
Not quite a canyon, but a full value route with an approach that makes you earn it. Traverse Boynton Canyons' Deadmans Dome, riding the coconino shelves and red rock slabs to the drop in. Enjoy the surprises along the way, and the quick exit. This is one of the most archaeologically rich routes in the area. Please respect sensitive terrain and archaeological sites along your journey.

Approach
Initially, same approach as Deadman’s Descent and Deadman’s Hollow. PG rating is for the class IV crack and exposed ridgeline traverse that follows.
Follow the sandstone shelf beyond the aforementioned routes, and continue to work your way from there to R1. This can be done by following the track to an prominent break in the cliff band. Hike down the break to the sandstone slab and locate R1.

Descent
R1: 220' off Bolts RDC of watercourse. Watch for hikers below! Hand signals or radios or cell phones recommended.
R2: 100' off tree.
R3: 30' off tree.
R4: 145' LDC Bolts on first ledge. Trail rope until free hang. Watch for hikers below. Use caution and select appropriate rigging as the rope wants to naturally go into a pinch before the free hang.

Exit
The last rappel lands you directly at the social trail LDC. Follow the social trail to Boynton Canyon trail and your vehicle.

Required Gear
Helmet & Harness
Rappelling Device (Canyoneering Specific)
4 Locking Carabiners
Safety Tether (PAS)
Backpack (to help carry gear and ropes)
Snacks / Lunch / Water
Appropriate Clothing & Layers
Adequate footwear. No open toes.

Disclaimer
Canyoneering is a personal choice and requires personal responsibility. Canyoneering and associate activities are dangerous and can result in injury and/or death. Canyoneering exposes you to risks. Risks are not eliminated by training, or skill. By your participation in any activity or event, you accept and assume any and all risks, including those created by negligence, connected to such activity or event.