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| Slot canyons near Page and the west end of Lake Powell, Utah/Arizona.
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The canyons that cut through the red Navajo sandstone rock south of the western end of
Lake Powell near Page are the most beautiful and photogenic in the southwest - they are typically
very narrow but not too deep to prevent the sun from illuminating the passageways. The rocks have bright red to
orange colours with pretty textures and patterns, and the movement of light and shadows during the day produce
enchanting, ever-changing conditions.
All of this region is part of the Navajo Reservation, which issues permits for all hiking and camping although
these are not easy to obtain and the requirement seems not to be widely enforced. Antelope Canyon, by far the
most well-known, may only be visited as part of an accompanied group and payment of a large fee. Guided tours
are also provided for Water Holes Canyon - like Antelope this is conveniently located adjacent to a main road,
but all other slot canyons in this area are more difficult to reach and require some degree of experience to
explore. The reservation has many dirt tracks which are unsignposted and sandy in places; detailed maps and a 4WD
vehicle are advisable if exploring away from the main roads. There are many good canyons between Page and
Navajo Mountain, 60 miles east, especially various tributaries of Navajo and Kaibito Creeks (although these are currently closed, with no access allowed), and the remote
West Canyon Creek - one of the most demanding canyons on the Southwest with many deep, long pools and sheer drops.
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