Moab canyoneering is all about fun, movement, and discovery. The landscape surrounding Moab holds spectacular water-carved canyons, places you simply can’t reach without technical skills. Since 2005, our professional AMGA-certified Single Pitch Instructors have been safely guiding adventurers through these hidden gems. With every rappel backed up on a separate safety system, our Moab canyoneering tours are designed for anyone with a bit of fitness and a sense of adventure.
Explore stunning, water-sculpted red rock canyons
Professional, AMGA-certified SPI since 2005
All technical gear included — just bring your sense of adventure
The canyons around Moab offer a blend of beauty and challenge found in few places. Our guided canyoneering trips in Moab take you into twisting sandstone corridors where every corner reveals a new surprise. Experience the world-renowned Bow and Arrow Canyon, Medieval Chamber, Entrajo Canyon, or Rock of Ages, trip. Our guides handle all the technical rigging and safety systems so you can focus on the experience — rappelling cliffs, exploring hidden canyons, and soaking up the magic of the desert.
No! Our trips are beginner-friendly, and your guide will provide the instructions you need to complete the rappels and enjoy the trip.
We provide all technical gear, including harnesses, helmets, and ropes. You’ll just need comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, water, and snacks.
Most trips last 4–6 hours, depending on the route and pace. Expect a mix of hiking, scrambling, and rappelling.
Trips meet at our Moab shop before a short drive to the canyon trailhead.
1140 South Main Street, 84532
Safety is our top priority. Every rappel is backed up with a separate safety system, and all trips are led by AMGA-certified Single Pitch Instructors.
Canyoneering differs from hiking in that you’ll need to rappel, navigate water features, do some easy scrambling, or maybe all three, to explore narrow, scenic canyons. It’s a unique way to experience remote landscapes and hidden natural features.
Yes! Red River Adventures offers guided canyoneering trips for families with kids as young as 8. Expert guides use a backup rope they control, so anyone with a sense of adventure can participate. Routes like Medieval Chamber are safe, scenic, and fun for all ages.
Medieval Chamber is great for families, with two fun rappels and a 3-mile hike. Bow and Arrow Canyon offers scenic views, dinosaur tracks, and four rappels—including a 110-foot free-hanging rappel—perfect for adventurous kids.
Guides are certified, experienced, and excellent at coaching people new to canyoneering, making these routes perfect for first timers. Entrajo Canyon is perfect for those starting out. A short 12-foot rappel is followed by a second, optional 70-foot rappel. Wrap this with incredible scenery and expert guides and you’ve got a great introduction that is fun and safe.
That’s up to you and we’ve got great options. Bow and Arrow Canyon: Four rappels, petroglyphs, and a 110-ft drop. Rock of Ages: 3 rappels, scrambling, and water spread out over 6 rugged miles. It’s the complete package. Entrajo Canyon: Easy, family-friendly, and full of natural beauty. Morning Glory: 2 BIG rappels, get up close to Morning Glory Arch and a scenic hike make this a favorite.
Moab’s red rock terrain, variety of canyons, and expert guides make it ideal. With routes for all skill levels, it’s one of the most accessible and scenic places to try canyoneering.
