Sulfur Creek 3rd Fall-Capitol Reef National Park-Utah - Scenic Hikes on Waymarking.com

Sulphur Creek is a river hike through a slot canyon. The hike is one of the best in Capitol Reef National Park and is usually done in warm to hot weather. The hike involves several miles of hiking down a river in ankle deep water with the occasional knee deep plunge pool. The canyon contains several minor obstacles that you must scramble over. Water from the aptly named creek is not potable so carry what you need. The route is 6 1/4 miles in length and will require approximately 4 hours time trailhead to trailhead. A car or bicycle shuttle is required to complete this adventure. If a shuttle is not available it is usually very easy to hitch a ride back to the Chimney Rock Trailhead. The route ends at the Capitol Reef Visitors Center so there are plenty of people to beg a ride from. Sulphur Creek requires no special gear. Footwear compatible with hiking long distances in water should be worn, an old pair of running shoes are excellent. Experienced hikers will have no problem completing this route. This hike is excellent for children under competent adult supervision; the miles melt away for the kids as they splash in the water and scramble over rocks. Beware, there are three sections on this route where young children and beginning hikers might require some assistance. Teamwork is the name of the game at these places. Navigation for this route is easy, just head down stream. Map reading skills and the USGS 7.5' Map titled "Twin Rocks" are useful. Sulphur Creek is rated 2C II using the Canyon Rating System. This canyon has a moderate flashflood potential, check the local weather report and look to the western skies before entering this canyon. The stream flow can easily be checked by walking behind the Visitor Center. If the river is knee deep or more find another adventure for the day since the canyon could be dangerous, particularly for children. The hike is probably best for children when the water is approximately ankle deep behind the Visitor Center. Desription courtesy www.climb-utah.com

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