Jackass Creek - Marble Canyon
(1 Ratings)
RATING: 3A
LENGTH: 3-5 hours
GEAR: Rapelling and Ascending Gear
RAPPELS: 1 - 12 m ( 40 ft. )
WATER: Generally none.
FLASHFLOOD: Low/Moderate
SEASON: Any, hot in summer
NOTES: A permit is required for hiking on the Navajo Reservation. Information is available on the Navajo Parks and Recreation Site.
Hype
Jackass Creek is a nice introduction to the Marble Canyon area. It's mostly easy going, with beautiful towering walls and colors. The motivated can wander up its two side forks to fill out the day a bit. All-in-all, a really nice hike for those with a little rappelling experience.The canyon is often done without technical gear, with hikers hand-lining down and back up the 12 m ( 40 ft. ) drop mid-way down to the river. For my karma, I would recommend rappelling and ascending gear.
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