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Entrajo’s Cool Slot: A Half-Day of Pools and Two Rappels in Moab
A 4-hour, beginner-friendly half-day in Entrajo that guides families and first-time rappellers through wading and swimming in rainwater pools and two rappels (20' and 100').
Entrajo’s Cool Slot: A Half-Day of Pools and Two Rappels in Moab.
In the heat of a Moab summer, Entrajo is a slot-canyon refuge: narrow walls, potholes that collect rainwater, and a short, exhilarating route that mixes wading and swimming with two rappels—one modest, one substantial—set up as a half-day outing that’s well suited to families and first-time rappellers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Cool pools in a tight slot
Entrajo’s carved walls collect rainwater in potholes and pools; during the warmer months participants wade or swim through these roadside basins, making the canyon a refreshing summer escape.
Two rappels that define the trip
The route includes two rappels—one at 20 feet and one at 100 feet—providing the technical moments of the half-day and a clear mix of beginner-friendly instruction with real vertical exposure.
Designed for families and beginners
Skill level is listed as beginner; the trip is described as perfect for families and first-time rappellers, making Entrajo a strong introductory canyon experience.
What the day feels like
What the half-day feels like
The Entrajo half-day is compact and focused: you move into a narrow slot where collected rainwater pools demand wading and occasional swimming, then meet two rappels—the shorter 20-foot descent and the longer 100-foot drop—that punctuate the route and create the trip’s key moments of technical engagement.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this half-day suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The canyon is most appealing during the summer months when water collects in potholes and pools; the outing is offered as a half-day option (4 hours).
Plan for approximately 4 hours for the half-day Entrajo itinerary.
Customized tours and group rates are available; a 25% additional charge applies for chartered private tours.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Entrajo Half-Day Canyon trip?
The half-day duration is 4 hours.
What is the skill level required?
Skill level is listed as beginner; the trip is described as perfect for families and first-time rappellers.
How many rappels are on the route and how tall are they?
There are two rappels on the route: one at 20 feet and one at 100 feet.
Will I need to get in the water?
Yes — during the warmer months you will wade or swim through pools of rainwater collected in potholes within the slot canyon.
Are private or customized tours available?
Customized tours and group rates are available; note there is a 25% additional charge for a chartered private tour.
Is this trip suitable for families?
The outing is described as perfect for families and is framed as beginner-friendly.