This canyon does not require any technical skills to hike through almost all of its narrows, and it does not hold water in potholes. One should note that this canyon is not the Red Canyon near to Bryce National Park or Peek-a-Boo Gulch in the Canyons of the Escalante. I'll keep Matt on speed dial - wonder how much it would cost.Red Canyon (also known as Peek-a-Boo Canyon) is a non-technical slot canyon on BLM land in southwestern Utah, just east of Zion National Park. I didn't think they were indicated for sand (more for asymmetrical torque situations). Is that the right mode for sand? Sounds like I need more studying on when to use 4Lo and center diff. So, in the context of the sign, 4wd means locking center diff? But that means I need to be in 4Lo. I was thinking of maybe following some capable trucks in and then leaving before they do, assuming there is good traffic that day. I'm just very risk averse without buddy recovery being available. I would like to build experience and try things. But the video of the Taco w/ K02 getting stuck multiple times is concerning. But then again, lots of videos of people getting stuck (although seems like 2wd trucks and/or street tires). It seems like I should be able to make it, especially airing down a bit (but not sure about real efficacy for 20" 55 profile). Still, I don't want to risk getting stuck. It's a few mile hike back to pavement it's not like it's a hundred miles off-road in the desert. Peekaboo is probably not a bad place to get stuck, relatively speaking. But I don't have winch or traxx (budget limited for how much I would use them at this point). I have a compressor (that's still new and I need to test), shovel, some hooks and a static strap. Peekaboo might be good for as a nice destination AND getting some experience with sand. I'm interesting in joining some of these groups trips you guys do here but generally can't (I don't think my stock truck could go where you guys go and I just get do the trip (time and/or money limited). Part of my problem is that I have no friends with off-road capable vehicles. Taking some risks and being prepared with a little knowledge usually pays off with experiences worth having. I did this recently at LCDC and it really opened my eyes as to what is possible in a 200 series LC. Doing so will give you a great feel for what your truck can do and more importanlty what you are comfortable with. I strongly recomend finding some friends to ride a few trails with. You have a very capable vehicle and it will do things you may not think possible. Finally, I would not go in if I didn't have a good plan and feel comfortable for what I'd do if I got stuck.Īll that said. From the trail description, I would consider going solo, but I would causiously assess the situation once there before I got into the sand. I would try to get a friend to go with me. I have watched many stuck in sand videos showing how to get out. I would take a shovel and max trax plus other recovery gear, though I have no winch. In my case, I would know to air down and would also know that I can go to 18 psi without risking losing the bead (your 20" wheels will not be as affective aired down as smaller wheels). I have never driven in sand dunes or any kind of deep sand. I have a mildly built rig with a lift, AT tires, and 17" wheels. I would suggest getting someone who has some experience to go with you. Its good your thinking about it and asking questions. If your risk tolerance is low, or zero, then going solo into deep sand is probably not a good idea. Really only you can assess what risk you are willing to take. Its hard to advise on trails without having been on the trail yourself or knowing the person you are advising. Why 4WD and not AWD? What about 4WD would be different than AWD here (sorry for the dumb question)? Would airing down to 25PSI help - it looks the same as when filled to 43PSI (at least visually to me)? Even then, I still probably would avoid - a lot of time and hassle for a 30 minute walk.? Would CRAWL get me out of trouble here?Īlso, there's a sign at the start of the sand road - 4WD only. Has anybody driven this sand to the trailhead? Will someone inexperienced like me in basically a stock LX with K02's make it with 100% confidence? If there is some measure of risk, even if minimal, I'll avoid. I have a stock '08 with K02s (basically stock 20" profile). Sounds like a lot of people getting stuck, including a Taco w/ K02 and other 4WD vehicles (but not sure what kind of tires they had - street tires? Or off-road capable?). I'm concerned about the drive through 'deep' sand to get to the trailhead. Interested in visiting Peekaboo Canyon for the short hike if I can make it. Hi - inexperienced off pavement driver here.
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