Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon | High Spur

Canyoneering Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon - High Spur Canyoneering Northwest Fork of Big Spring Canyon

High Spur

Overview

RATING: 3A

Sun

Partly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

59 | 35

Mon

Partly sunny, with a high near 65.

65 | 37

Tue

A chance of rain and snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 51.

51 | 38

Wed

A slight chance of snow showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

53 | 30

Thu

A slight chance of snow showers between noon and 3pm, then a slight chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56.

56 | 33

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SEASON: Spring, Summer, Fall (hot in summer)
GEAR: Standard Technical Gear, keeper pothole gear.
RAPPELS: 2 to 22 m ( 73 ft. )
WATER: Generally little or none.
FLASHFLOOD: Moderate, but you can see the whole drainage and skies on the approach.

Sun

Partly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.

59 | 35

Mon

Partly sunny, with a high near 65.

65 | 37

Tue

A chance of rain and snow showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 51.

51 | 38

Wed

A slight chance of snow showers after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 53.

53 | 30

Thu

A slight chance of snow showers between noon and 3pm, then a slight chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56.

56 | 33

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Looking Up!

Looking Up!

A short approach, short exit, and amazing slot section, what more could a canyoneer ask for? This short outing is technically very straightforward and suited for all canyoneers. It provides a good introduction before the more challenging West Fork of Big Spring, just down the road. The short and casual nature make this a good choice for an evening route after doing something else during the day.

As of 2022, the canyon now contains a keeper pothole. Be prepared for keeper pothole escape!
Tyler Fallentine on the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Tyler Fallentine on the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Bottom of the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

Bottom of the second rappel - Northwest Big Spring

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