Sams Mesa Box Canyon
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| | Difficulty:3A III (v3a1 III) Raps:0-5, max ↨50ft
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| Best season: | Any;Winter
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38.2097, -110.2754
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Introduction[edit]
Sama Mesa Box Canyon features a 50 foot elevator downclimb, a 35 foot R downclimb at the final rappel, numerous short downclimbs in the 15 to 20 foot range, and a stemming section over log debris in the lower section. A good option for advanced canyoneers who want to try to downclimb the whole route. A good option for beginner hike-and-rappel canyoneers who want to try downclimbing on short and secure drops. If you have done Alcatraz and Chambers and want to up your game this is a great option in the Roost.
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THE LONG EXIT GOING ALL THE WAY TO THE DRYFALL IS NOT RECOMMENDED. This will add 4.5mi of hiking with very little payoff. For a scenic adventure a short drive down Sams Mesa Box road offers spectacular views over Happy Canyon similar to views from the rim of the Grand Canyon.
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Beta sites[edit]
RoadTripRyan.com : Sams Mesa Box Canyon- Super Amazing Map : Sam's Mesa Box Canyon