Rappel Bow and Arrow Canyon to dinosaur tracks, petroglyphs, and Long Bow Arch
4 to 5 hours
Guide, gear, transportation
Explore a secluded canyoneering route near Moab with four guided rappels, including a free-hanging 110-foot descent. Hike past dinosaur tracks and petroglyphs on your way to the 80-foot Long Bow Arch.
Ages 8+ recommended. Once you start, you must complete all rappels to exit—there’s no option to go around them or return to the office. Alcohol is prohibited; violations result in trip cancellation without a refund.
3 days or more prior to departure: full refund. 2 days or less to departure: 100% nonrefundable and cannot be rescheduled.
No. Once you start the route, you must complete all four rappels to exit. There is no option to go around the rappels or return to the office mid-trip.
Wear running shoes, trail runners, or strapped sandals (such as Keen or Teva). Expect footwear to get wet and make sure it stays comfortable for about 3 miles. Bring a water bottle or hydration bladder with 1–2 liters of water, snacks, sunblock, sunglasses, a camera, and a day pack large enough for your water, snacks, and helmet.
No. Alcohol is prohibited on all trips. If you violate this policy, your trip will be canceled without a refund.
1140 S Main St, Moab, UT 84532
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Thanks to my climbing guide Kaya we had a wonderful day of climbing at the IceCream Parlor in Moab. Not only does she have excellent rock climbing skills she is an excellent instructor! She is also a caring and just a wonderful person to have conversation with. She was able to advise me on different areas to hike and MTB. I couldn’t have asked for a better day! I would highly recommend Red River!!!
Tim Gunnin
March 28, 2026
Thanks to my climbing guide Kaya we had a wonderful day of climbing at the IceCream Parlor in Moab. Not only does she have excellent rock climbing skills she is an excellent instructor! She is also a caring and just a wonderful person to have conversation with. She was able to advise me on different areas to hike and MTB. I couldn’t have asked for a better day! I would highly recommend Red River!!!
Tim Gunnin
March 28, 2026