KANAB HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Half-Day in Kanab: Slot Canyon, a Great Chamber, and Hoodoos — Three Landscapes in Five Hours
A 5-hour, guide-led outing that links Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon, the Great Chamber, and iconic hoodoos near Zion National Park, useful for planning a moderate, single-session hike.
Half-Day in Kanab: Slot Canyon, a Great Chamber, and Hoodoos — Three Landscapes in Five Hours.
The Half Day'er is a concentrated, five-hour exploration out of Kanab that threads three distinct sandstone features: the tight, light-dappled passage of Peek‑a‑boo Slot Canyon, the vaulted openness of the Great Chamber, and the sculpted pinnacles known as hoodoos. The route is run with a seasoned guide and includes water and coolers to keep snacks and drinks cold — an action-packed way to sample the region’s geology in a single outing.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Peek‑a‑boo Slot Canyon: Narrow Light and Curved Walls
A signature slot canyon experience, Peek‑a‑boo delivers tight corridors, dramatic light play, and the kind of sculpted sandstone that defines southern Utah’s canyonscape.
The Great Chamber: Vaulted Space after Tight Slots
The itinerary moves from narrow passage to expansive interior in the Great Chamber, offering contrast in scale and atmosphere within the same half‑day outing.
Hoodoos: Finishing Among Sculpted Pinnacles
The final stop showcases the hoodoos — weather‑carved pinnacles that cap the day with panoramic forms and classic Utah geology.
What the day feels like
What the Half Day'er Feels Like
This is an action‑packed, guide‑led hike that compresses varied terrain into a single five‑hour loop: you thread Peek‑a‑boo’s narrow passages, broaden out in the Great Chamber, and finish among hoodoos. Expect moderate hiking at each stop, steady pacing set by a seasoned guide, and basic refreshment support to keep you moving through the day.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs approximately 5 hours.
A seasoned guide, water, and coolers to keep snacks and drinks cold are included.
Bring sturdy shoes and personal snacks; the operator provides water and coolers to keep items cold.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the excursion?
The Half Day'er is a five‑hour outing.
What is included in the trip price?
The trip includes one seasoned guide, water, and coolers to keep your snacks and drinks cold.
How strenuous is the hiking?
Moderate hiking is required at each location on the itinerary.
Are vehicles provided for transport?
Vehicles are subject to availability; on occasion participants may receive a free upgrade to a 6‑seater.
Where does this trip take place relative to Zion National Park?
The outing runs near Zion National Park, operating out of the Kanab area and linking Peek‑a‑boo Slot Canyon, the Great Chamber, and hoodoos.