Overview

Hype:

The Black Hole is often touted as one of the best semitechnical canyon adventures around. It has amazing beauty, challenging obstacles, and is a lot of fun. Be warned, however, flash floods have taken lives here. Competent leadership is required for a safe and great adventure.

Several years ago the canyon flash flooded and filled with immense log jams, making it very difficult to descend. After several years, these washed out, and the canyon is back to its former self. Beware, though, it is a canyon that can change dramatically.

Many groups do the Black Hole in high summer without wetsuits. Though doable, I would recommend a wetsuit even in summer. Being warm and not shivering through the best sections makes for a much more enjoyable day!

Canyon Rating: 3B

Time: 4-8 hours

Length: 0.43 miles approach, 4.33 miles in canyon, 0.59 miles exit

Longest Rappel: None, but there are several drops where a short rope is useful

Gear: Standard canyoneering gear. Wetsuit generally recommended. Bring a dry bag for anything you don't want wet.

Fees: None

Recommended Ages:

	0-3
	4-11
	12-19
	20-49
	50-69
	70+

Recommended Months to Visit:

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Links: https://www.roadtripryan.com/go/t/utah/cedar-mesa/blackhole

Getting There

Navigate to 37.798335, -110.304423.

Maps

Closest City or Region: Hite, Utah

Coordinates: 37.799284, -110.299198

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May 28, 2023 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Savannah Dye, Madilyn Dye, Cooper Dye, Ryan Baker, Eliza Baker, Baker kids, Friends of Bakers,

Logistics

Start: 8:20

Finish: 4:50

Story

We did the Black Hole of White Canyon as a group of 15. The canyon was awesome. The water was freezing cold but it was a hot day so everyone survived. We especially loved the section of log soup near the end. Near the end, the kids were very pooped out and had some emotional struggles, but luckily the exit hike wasn't too bad and everyone was in good spirits by the end. Back at camp, we cooked dinner and played games around the campfire.

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