Westwater Canyon, River canyon in Utah, US
The Colorado River flows through Westwater Canyon for seventeen miles, creating a sequence of class III and IV rapids amid red rock formations.
The canyon walls contain 1.7 billion-year-old Vishnu Schist rock formations, which are only found in this location and specific parts of the Grand Canyon.
Native American tribes left their mark on the canyon through petroglyphs that remain visible along the rock walls near the riverbanks.
Permits from the Bureau of Land Management limit daily access to five groups or 75 people for private use between May and September.
The Little Dolores River intersection at mile 7.7 provides access to a waterfall through hiking paths near designated camping areas.
Location: Utah
GPS coordinates: 38.97220,-109.22800
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:45
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