MOAB CLIMBING FIELD GUIDE
Four Hours at Funnel Arch: Rappelling the Wind‑Sculpted Bow and Arrow
A guided, roughly 4-hour outing in Moab that pairs rock scrambling with rappelling off a wind‑carved arch—an ideal short adventure for beginners and intermediates.
Four Hours at Funnel Arch: Rappelling the Wind‑Sculpted Bow and Arrow.
Set against the redstone amphitheater of Moab, Bow and Arrow Canyon Rappelling is a focused, roughly four‑hour outing at Funnel Arch that combines hands‑on rock scrambling with the adrenaline of lowering yourself from a wind‑sculpted span. The route delivers wide, exposed views and the simple thrill of feeling the wind beneath your feet as you descend—an accessible introduction to canyon rappelling for beginners and a gratifying run for intermediate climbers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Rappel from a Wind‑Sculpted Arch
The tour centers on rappelling off Funnel Arch, a natural span shaped by persistent wind—an experience that pairs technical descent with dramatic landscape exposure.
Rock Scrambling Meets Rappelling
The outing weaves sections of rock scrambling into the approach and access, giving participants hands‑on movement on stone before the rappel.
Short, Rewarding Panoramas
In roughly four hours, the itinerary delivers sweeping views from the arch and the distinct sensation of exposed open space that makes the rappel memorable.
What the day feels like
What the Half‑Day Feels Like
The trip moves briskly: a brief approach across slickrock and scrambles leads to the arch, where guides set up a rappel that lets participants descend while taking in wide desert vistas. At about four hours total, the outing balances instruction and exposure, making it approachable for newcomers while still satisfying for intermediate participants.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The activity is a guided outing of approximately four hours centered at Funnel Arch in the Moab area.
Expect a mix of rock scrambling on approach and at least one guided rappel off a wind‑sculpted arch; the short format emphasizes instruction and exposure.
The Bow and Arrow Canyon Rappelling experience is led by Windgate Adventures out of Moab, Utah.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Bow and Arrow Canyon Rappelling trip take?
The outing is roughly four hours in duration.
Where does this rappelling experience take place?
The trip takes place at Funnel Arch in the Moab area.
What activities are included on the trip?
The tour combines rock scrambling with guided rappelling off a wind‑sculpted arch.
What skill level is the trip suitable for?
The experience is described as appropriate for beginners and intermediate participants.
Who operates the Bow and Arrow Canyon Rappelling tour?
The activity is operated by Windgate Adventures.