Englestead Hollow

*Last minute due to weather*

Overview

Join us for an adventurous descent through Englestead Hollow, one of Zion's most dramatic slot canyons. Famous for its 300ft entrance rappel into a deep, narrow sandstone gorge. This technical canyon offers continuous action, canyon corridor views, and a memorable wilderness experience.

Key Details

• Technical Rating: 3B IV (Technical rappelling, potential cold water pools, long day)
• Max Rappel: ~300 feet (91 meters)
• Distance: ~9–11 miles total
• Duration: 8–12 hours
• Group Size: Limited to 6 participants (per permit regulations)

What to Expect

• The Entrance: A drop off a massive headwall into the dark, sculpted slot below.
• Sustained Technicality: Multiple subsequent rappels, downclimbing, and logjam obstacles.
• Water & Conditions: Expect wading and potential swimming in cold pot-holes. Neoprene booties and a wetsuit/drysuit are required depending on seasonal water temperatures.
• The Exit: Beautiful hiking out through Orderville Canyon and the Zion Narrows.

Requirements & Skill Level

• Advanced Technical Skills Required: You must be fully proficient in setting up rappels, controlling long rappels, and managing personal safety on high-exposure anchors.
• Fitness: High endurance needed for a long, physical day with heavy gear packs.
• Gear Needed: Harness, helmet, mechanical descent device, safety lanyard, wetsuit (if desired), sticky rubber canyon shoes, and dry bags.

Important Notes

• Wilderness permit is required and will be secured in advance.
• Weather dependent: Flash flood danger strictly determines go/no-go decisions.

Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park/BLM rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.