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San Rafael Swell — Black Boxes — Utah, USA

San Rafael Swell — Black Boxes

Two of Utah's darkest slot canyons on the San Rafael River — technical wading and possible swims.

Where on earth

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Region
Utah, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Slickrock slot (1,500 m)
Best season
April – May, September – October
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Mountaineering
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Slickrock slot (1,500 m)
  • Best season: April – May, September – October
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Two of Utah's darkest slot canyons on the San Rafael River — technical wading and possible swims.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: April – May, September – October

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Slickrock slot (1,500 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Slickrock slot (1,500 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01