Cheetah
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| | Difficulty:4B III R (v5a2 III) Raps:2-5, max ↨60ft
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| Best season: | Spring or Fall
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36.9556, -111.0724
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WaterflowIntroduction[edit]
Approach[edit]
Descent[edit]
Cheetah begins by walking in from the side. The first stretch of canyon is not terribly difficult. We have done this canyon twice. The first time it was mostly dry, the second time it was full of very cold water. So when you go, do not skimp on the neoprene!
Two large keeper potholes must be conquered when the canyon is dry.
When the canyon is dry, it is possible to trap your team in this canyon because anchoring material is scarce. Be wise about farming sand and spreading your team along the final sequence.
When the canyon is wet, a rappel from a water anchor is required.
Rating: 4BIII R
Time: We completed this loop in 6.5 hours at an average pace.
Rappels: Between 2 and 5 rappels are required, depending on the conditions. The tallest rappel is about 50 feet, however 60 feet of rope travel is required.
Mandatory Equipment: Water anchor, SandTrap, Fiddlestick, 2 Potshots, Sandtrap pullcord sheathed with webbing, 2x60 feet of rope. Bring an extra rope or two to speed your group along. If the canyon is dry, a second Sandtrap will help speed your group along.
Neoprene: 5/4mm full length suits, booties, gloves, vest, hood, beanie. 7mm suit if you get cold easily.
Exit[edit]
Red tape[edit]
Hiking in this area requires a permit from the Navajo Nation. I recommend mailing your permit request a few weeks in advance, along with a very polite letter explaining your trip itinerary. Permit information can be found here:http://navajonationparks.org/permits.htm
Beta sites[edit]
Super Amazing Map : Cheetah
https://amazingslots.blogspot.com/2017/05/west-canyon-beta-lake-powell.html
Trip reports and media[edit]
http://amazingslots.blogspot.com/2017/04/west-canyon-2017-cheetah-canyon.html
http://amazingslots.blogspot.com/2016/05/west-canyon-cheetah-route.html