Wife 1
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| | Difficulty:3A I (v3a1 I) Raps:3, max ↨60ft
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| Condition Reports: | 11 Jan 2025
"Dont trust beta 100% on Rope Wiki. Rappels I assume are slightly longer than reported and there are more than 3 raps although all are relatively shor |
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| Best season: | Any
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38.2795, -111.2435
38.2835, -111.2460
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Introduction[edit]
Approach[edit]
Park at Fruita campgrounds. Hike up to Cohab Canyon. The Wives are on the right side as you walk through the canyon. Definitely grab some GPX/KML and beta to make sure you know which wife is which!
Descent[edit]
Rappels[edit]
- R1: 20 feet - Anchored from a large boulder and drops into a narrow slot.
- R2: 25 feet - The anchor is set back about 15 feet from the edge.
- R3: 60 feet - Anchored from a small chockstone. Webbing needs to be extended about 20 feet to reach the edge. Mostly free-hanging.
Exit[edit]
Return the same way you came. Be sure to stop by the historic cabin if you're in the mood for some fruit pie. Delicious!
Red tape[edit]
Permits[edit]
A permit is required for any and all canyoneering within the boundaries of Capitol Reef National Park. Permits have a group-size limit that varies depending on the canyon or route. A separate permit is required for each canyoneering route. Currently, there is no quota limit nor permit cost, though that is likely to change at some point in the future. Permits can be obtained onsite through a self-serve kiosk located just outside of the visitor center or by sending and email to [email protected] using the following format:
Subject: Name of canyoneering route and date you will be canyoneering.
Email Body: Date of visit (single day only): Canyoneering route (single route only): Number of people: Vehicle location: Number of motorized vehicles: Vehicle description(s):
If you plan to camp overnight as part of a canyoneering trip, you are required to obtain a free backcountry permit, available at the visitor center.
Additional Access Information:[edit]
- CRNP canyoneering permit information webpage: https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/canyoneering.htm
- Other: http://www.americancanyoneers.org/access-capitol-reef/
Group-Size Limit:[edit]
Canyoneering groups are limited to a maximum of 12 people in Wives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 Canyoneering groups are limited to a maximum of 8 people in TOTGA
Groups larger than 8 or 12 sharing the same affiliation (school, church, club, scout group, family, friends, etc., or combination thereof) may divide into groups smaller than 8 or 12, provided they do not occupy the same canyon, drainage, general area or the same route on the same day.
Park Entrance Fee:[edit]
The Scenic drive is the only area of Capitol Reef where an entry fee or park pass is required. Passes can be attained at the visitor center or at a self-pay kiosk at the start of the scenic drive. Fees are good for seven days and can be found here: http://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/fees.ht
Beta sites[edit]
RoadTripRyan.com : The Wives- Super Amazing Map : The Wives (7 of them)
- BluuGnome.com : The Wives
Trip reports and media[edit]
- http://www.bogley.com/forum/showthread.php?68536-The-Wives-of-Cohab-Canyon-in-Capitol-Reef-National-Park&p=534355#post534355
- Candition.com : The Wives
- https://www.stavislost.com/hikes/trail/the-wives-wife-1