CANNONVILLE ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Unguided Slot Canyon Tours — Self-led Days from Clear Sky Resorts into Cannonville’s Narrow Places
Full- and half-day unguided outings from Clear Sky Resorts let you visit multiple Bryce-area slot canyons and nearby sites; this guide organizes stops, gear, and timing so you can plan a safe, independent day in the canyons.
Unguided Slot Canyon Tours — Self-led Days from Clear Sky Resorts into Cannonville’s Narrow Places.
Meet at Clear Sky Resorts in Cannonville and set out on an unguided exploration of the region’s slot canyons and old-west sites. Options include full-day (7 hours) unguided tours or shorter outings that generally take about 4 hours, with possible stops such as Grosvenor's Arch / Cottonwood Wash Narrows, Bull Valley Gorge Slot Canyon, Willis Creek Slot Canyon, and the Georgetown cemetery; many stops include short hikes and the option to add Kodachrome State Park for an additional entry fee.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Multiple slot canyons in a single day
Unguided tours let you link several signature narrow canyons and nearby landmarks in one outing, choosing from stops such as Grosvenor's Arch / Cottonwood Wash Narrows, Bull Valley Gorge Slot Canyon, and Willis Creek Slot Canyon.
Short hikes and wet-foot sections
Most stops include short hikes and sections where you should expect to hike through streams and get your feet wet—plan footwear and layering accordingly.
Add Kodachrome or visit an old-west cemetery
Beyond slot canyons, the unguided itinerary can include the Georgetown (old-west) cemetery and the option to visit Kodachrome State Park for an additional $10 entry fee.
What the day feels like
What an unguided slot-canyon day feels like
You’ll depart from Clear Sky Resorts and follow a loosely prescribed sequence of canyon stops, mixing short hikes, stream crossings, and narrow-walled passages. Depending on the outing you choose, the day can be a full 7-hour experience or a shorter excursion that generally takes about 4 hours; most stops invite brief on-foot exploration and the freedom to linger or move on as you choose.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this unguided canyon day works for—and where to be cautious.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Meet at Clear Sky Resorts, 855 UT-12, Cannonville, UT 84718 before your unguided departure.
Dress in layers, bring sunscreen, ample water, and footwear that is at least water-resistant; expect to hike through streams and get your feet wet.
Wear hiking boots that are at least water-resistant and layered clothing to handle variable temperatures.
Full-day unguided tours are listed as 7 hours; many outings generally take about 4 hours. If you plan to visit Kodachrome State Park, expect an additional $10 entry fee. Monitor your time—late returns may carry a late fee.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do I meet for the unguided slot canyon tours?
Meet at Clear Sky Resorts, 855 UT-12, Cannonville UT 84718.
How long do the unguided tours take?
Full-day unguided tours are described as 7 hours, while many trip lengths vary and generally take about 4 hours.
Can I visit Kodachrome State Park on the tour?
Yes—Kodachrome State Park can be included for an additional $10 entry fee.
What footwear and clothing should I bring?
Dress in layers, bring sunscreen and hydration, and wear hiking boots that are at least water-resistant because you should be ready to hike through streams and get your feet wet.
Are there penalties for returning late from a self-led outing?
Late returns do carry a late fee, so watch your time as you hike down the canyon to know when to turn around.