Rappelling through Rock Canyon Near Zion National Park
Overview
The entrance to Rock Canyon is a thrilling one. Skirting the east border of Zion National Park, we take you through the dune-like area known as Elephant Alcove, complete with plenty of off-road driving. Once at the trailhead, Rock Canyon offers a delightful experience with four rappels, including a stunning 110-foot descent into a captivating alcove. As you approach the East Fork, the canyon turns into a lush scene with cottonwood trees and grasses. A small, moderate hike out brings you right back to your vehicle.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- UTVs
- Canyoneering harnesses and equipment
- State park entrance fee - $15 / vehicle but subject to change.
Meeting Location
12500 South Sand Dunes Road
Kanab, UT 84741, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
This guided activity is for those seeking a bit more adventure in their lives. Enjoy an hour of thrilling off-road UTV rides from Coral Pink Sand Dune State Park and into the backcountry of East Zion, featuring breathtaking views, a thrilling ride, and absolute solitude away from any crowds.
Arriving at the trailhead, your guide will help you drop into the iconic Rock Canyon Slot, a narrow slot canyon with a series of rappels ranging from 15 feet to 110 feet and a final descent through a captivating cove. This epic canyon will make all your friends and family back home jealous.
No experience is necessary, but be prepared for some adrenaline!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- UTVs.
- Canyoneering harnesses and equipment.
- State park entrance fee - $15 / vehicle but subject to change.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rappelling through Rock Canyon Near Zion National Park is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rappelling through Rock Canyon Near Zion National Park will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- UTVs
- Canyoneering harnesses and equipment
- State park entrance fee - $15 / vehicle but subject to change.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
