Big Spring Canyon (Northwest Fork)
Also known as: Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon; Big Spring NW Fork.
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| | Difficulty:3A II (v3a1 II) Raps:2-3+, max ↨70ft
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| Condition Reports: | 16 Apr 2025
"Mellow descent with some interesting downclimbs which benefitted from a partner assist. Two of us almost avoided the pool at the end with a comical |
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Introduction[edit]
A 5 minute approach, 30 minute exit almost all on a flat dirt road, and a 1-2 hour canyon with stunning scenery and a big, dark cavern. This is a standout amongst the 7 canyons in the High Spur area.
Nice easy DC R1 60' tiny arch and tree to pothole (or stem over on rappel, assist out if go in) 12' tricky DC and slide OR meat anchor and partner assist R2 Deadman/sandtrap 50' 2 stage OR tricky DC on knob and assist Squeezing R3 70' 2 stage Nice light spot and subway feature Opens, DC, unavoidable pool Exit up L
Approach[edit]
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Exit[edit]
Hike out left at or before the confluence with Big Spring, hike up slickrock and join an old road back to the main road.
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Beta sites[edit]
RoadTripRyan.com : Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon- Climb-Utah.com : Big Spring Canyon - Northwest Fork
- Super Amazing Map : Big Spring NW Fork
Trip reports and media[edit]
EVEN FURTHER-BIG SPRING NORTHWEST
- Candition.com : North West Fork of Big Spring Canyon
- Candition.com : Big Spring
