East and West Cheesebox Canyon - Cedar Mesa
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RATING: 3B
LENGTH: 6-10 Hours (depending on fork and entry/exit)
GEAR: Standard Technical Gear - Wetsuits in cooler times.
RAPPELS: 0-4 to 15 m ( 50 ft. )
WATER: Varies, but can be quite a bit.
FLASHFLOOD: High
SEASON: Spring through Fall
NOTES: A high clearance vehicle is required to reach the trailhead in most conditions. The crossing of White Canyon, in the first few miles, in generally the most difficult.
Hype
Cheesebox, one of my first technical canyons, still holds a special place in my heart. The canyon is relatively easy, beginner friendly, and offers either several challenging down climbs, or short rappels. The scenary is second to none. This is a canyon that every technical canyoneer should be sure is on their hit list. The west fork is the most commonly visited, and is outstanding. The east fork, on the other hand, is a bit of an approach to get to, and not quite as spectacular as a canyon, but holds a great ruin and is well worth visiting.
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