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We also used this option.Īfter figuring out your GPS situation, you’ll need to decide how many nights you’ll be spending out there.
#REFLECTION CANYON OFFLINE#
Simply download the offline map of the area and upload the GPX file onto your google map‘s account. Option 3 is to use Google map’s offline feature.Option 2 is to buy a GPS device and upload the GPX file.Option 1 is to buy and download Gaia GPS app or similar and upload the GPX file.First thing though is to locate and download a GPX file of a previously recorded route. GPS: Yes you’ll need GPS to navigate yourself to the destination. I went during the last weekend in April 2017. Rainer Grosskopf shares his adventure during September HERE. Although I’ve compiled all the information you need here, I advise you to visit a couple of other sites that talk about their ventures to reflection canyon. Planning the Hikeīackpacking to reflection canyon takes effort in researching and planning. I used rocks to hold up my tent.īest time to go: Late March through April (lowest water level to see the ‘spine’) and October. At max spotty 3G with AT&T service on an iPhone 7+. Check HERE for the most current weather forecast.Ĭell reception: Expect no reception. There may be pockets of water if a storm recently passed by. It really depends on the path you take but it’s relatively flat. Trail time: It took me 4.5-5.5 hours one way. It’ll be one of your hardest and most rewarding trips. When you’re backpacking to reflection canyon, you’ll see a multitude of views that’ll remind you of Arches National Park, The Wave in Arizona, and Antelope Canyon.
#REFLECTION CANYON HOW TO#
Now the question arises, how to get to the reflection canyon? Well, backpacking to reflection canyon can be a one-day hike trip, but usually, photographers love to make an overnight stay there in order to capture the magnificent view of the milky way and sunrise next morning. The place is quite remote, and you’ll need some planning to witness the gorgeous view of the canyon. Once the photo of this place was revealed, the search for the exact location began immediately. Just as backpacking to Mount Whitney is an epitome of back country isolation, the same goes with this feat which also demands increased willpower, detailed planning and physical stamina. This location was revealed in the year 2006 by the National Geographic Channel when they published an article named Glen Canyon Revealed along with an amazing picture of the reflection canyon. Backpacking to reflection canyon is a highly challenging venture of about 20 miles, and this intense hiking has become increasingly popular of late. Reflection canyon is basically an extension of the Lake Powell.
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See images below.Backpacking to Reflection Canyon Overview It may seem obvious but by using your natural landmarks you will be able to navigate your course. and be able see your progress via Google Maps. When Navajo Mountain is in sight (to the south) you should get cell phone coverage (I received LTE for Verizon). Bring a GPS, or if you dont feel like spending the several hundred dollars for a decent one, map out your course on Google Maps on your phone. There are rarely any trail markers (cairns) and footprints are not always a reliable source of direction. Do your research before. Do your best to avoid too much up and down travel using the landscape to your advantage.īE PREPARED! Remember that this is a rigorous hike into the wilderness. A more direct route may mean traversing up and down large hills. There is no right way although some ways are more direct.
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After a few miles you will begin heading southeast over rocky hills and ankle high prickly pear cactus to reach Reflection Canyon. This will help you avoid a multitude of ravines and slots canyons that wind throughout the landscape. A four-wheel drive, high clearance vehicle is needed. After you've parked start hiking south, hugging the large cliffs to the west. Travel exactly fifty-one miles south on a washboard dirt road. From Escalante go five miles east to Hole in the Rock Road.