Utah Canyons

Utah Canyons Backpacking
This backpacking trip will take us back in history, not only will we be hiking through spectacular sandstone corridors, we will also have a number of amazing archeological sites to visit up close!

With 4 days and 3 nights of backpacking and a welcome dinner and overnight in historic Durango, Colorado this 5 day trip is a truly unique backpacking experience. We will meet in Durango on Wednesday afternoon for our trip briefing and gear shakedown, before we head to a local eatery for dinner, then a good night’s sleep before heading West to Utah!

Travelling from Durango to Cedar Mesa we will take in the beauty of the area on the drive before dropping into Kane Gulch and making our way down the Grand Gulch canyon. This trip is like an outdoor excursion to a natural history museum. The canyon is littered with early Pueblan Indian ruins dating between 800 to 1200 years A.D. We will have a firsthand view of petroglyphs, pictographs, and ancient kivas!

Each team member will carry their personal gear, along with group cooking gear and food distributed evenly. We will cover 5 to 8 miles a day, eating lunch on the trail and spending plenty of time enjoying our surroundings. Evenings will be spent in camp, sharing stories of the day and enjoying the stars above the beautiful canyon walls.

What’s Included?
The price includes all hotels, all transfers once in Durango and over to Utah, most meals, group gear, park and guide fees. Yes, you can (almost) leave your wallet at home - the price is ALL inclusive! This is a unique feature of the Backwoods Adventures trips as most companies price their trips on land cost only.

What’s not included?
Personal gear and clothing for your personal use on the trip; alcoholic drinks at meals, guide tips (should you choose to tip your guide): additional charges in hotels such as laundry charges, etc.; additional activities outside the designed trip; airport and immigration taxes (in some situations); travel insurance; any medical costs; and any costs associated with leaving the trip early by your choice. The trip price is figured on double room occupancy; however, single occupancy is available at an additional charge.

Group Size
We like to travel in small, more intimate numbers. This allows us to build great chemistry as a group and also allows for opportunities that may not be available while traveling in larger numbers.

Trip Leaders
A unique feature of Backwoods Adventures is that you can actually talk with the guides! Please feel free to call or email with any questions you have regarding this trip or any of our others!

Meals
At Backwoods Adventures we know that well fed travelers are happy travelers! We aim to please your palate by providing great meals both in town and on the trail!

Health
Some of the activities that you may choose to participate in while in Utah are strenuous. They should not be undertaken if you have any health conditions which may put you at risk. You are strongly advised to consult your physician for a thorough medical check-up and clearance before a empting the hike. If you are over 50 years old, talk to your doctor about doing a 'stress EKG'. Should you require any medication whatsoever, you must provide your own and be able to administer it yourself.

Accomodations
Our accommodations will vary based on our location. However, all hotels and lodges are among the highest rated in the area both for location and amenities. In the canyon we will be staying in spacious backcountry tents. We strive to deliver high quality and unique experiences in the area we are visiting!

Travel Insurance
It is strongly suggested that you have comprehensive travel protection insurance. Trip insurance can include coverage for medical emergencies, coverage for trip cancellation due to your own accident or illness, or all of the above. We recommend this insurance as Backwoods Adventures cannot be responsible for covering these types of individual situations. Should you choose to purchase this insurance, please carry your confirmation information with you on your trip. Please provide us with the name, policy number and emergency contact number of your chosen insurance company.