Things to do nearRed Canyon Slot (Peekaboo Kanab)
Red Canyon Slot, known locally as Peekaboo Kanab, is a narrow sandstone canyon in southern Utah celebrated for its vivid crimson walls, sculpted curves, and intimate scale.
Red Canyon Slot, often called Peekaboo Kanab to distinguish it from other slot canyons in the region, sits on the outskirts of Kanab in the canyon country of southern Utah, a landscape shaped by millions of years of sediment deposition and erosion. The canyon cuts through Navajo sandstone, the same ancient dune field turned to stone that defines much of the Colorado Plateau, and its walls display the sweeping cross-bedding patterns that record those prehistoric winds.
The hike itself is modest in length, making the canyon accessible to a broad range of visitors who may not be prepared for the longer, more demanding routes found elsewhere in the region. Inside the slot, the passage twists and narrows through a series of curves where the rock overhead forms natural arches and windows, framing sky and stone in compositions that change with every step. The interplay of shadow and reflected light gives the walls a quality that shifts throughout the day, from cool lavender in the shade to deep burnt orange in direct sun.
Kanab itself, sometimes called Utah's Little Hollywood for its history as a backdrop for Western films, offers a compact downtown with cafes, outfitters, and lodging options that make it a practical base for exploring the surrounding canyon country, which also includes the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument and Zion National Park within a short drive. Red Canyon Slot stands apart for its intimacy and accessibility, delivering a genuinely immersive geological experience without requiring a full day or a permit.
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Visit during the golden hours of early morning or late afternoon, when low-angle light saturates the canyon walls with the deepest shades of amber and red.
Wear closed-toe shoes with good grip, as the sandy floor can shift underfoot and some sections require a bit of scrambling over low ledges.
Bring a wide-angle lens or a phone capable of shooting vertically, since the canyon's narrow proportions and towering walls make for striking upward compositions.
Check weather forecasts before heading out, as slot canyons can flood rapidly during summer monsoon storms even when skies appear clear at the trailhead.
Arrive on a weekday if possible, since the trail is short and popular, and smaller crowds allow you to pause and photograph the most photogenic bends without waiting.
Top tours & experiences near Red Canyon Slot (Peekaboo Kanab)
Guided Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon UTV Tour
Ride sand trails and explore Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon
Drive a Guided UTV Tour to Peekaboo & Great Chamber
Drive your own UTV to Peekaboo Slot Canyon and The Great Chamber
Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber UTV Tour Near Kanab
Ride desert trails, walk a slot canyon, and climb to the Great Chamber
Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber 4WD Tour
Private 4WD and short hike to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon and the Great Chamber
Peekaboo, Spooky & Dry Fork Slot Canyon Hike in Escalante
Hike three Dry Fork slot canyons with a guide
Ride a UTV to Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon in Kanab
Ride a UTV to the Great Chamber and Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon in 5 hours
Peekaboo Slot Canyon UTV Tour & Hike from Kanab
Ride a UTV to Peek-a-boo Slot Canyon and hike with your guide
Peekaboo Slot Canyon UTV & Sandboarding Tour near Kanab
Pair an off-road ride with a quieter canyon walk and optional sandboarding
Sandboard & UTV Tour to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon
Ride a UTV to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon and hike sandstone walls over 100 ft high
Ride a Guided UTV Tour to Peekaboo Slot Canyon
Ride with a guide to Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon by UTV in 1.5–2 hours
Coral Pink Sand Dunes Sunset UTV Tour from Kanab
Ride UTV dunes, sandboard, and catch sunset views near Kanab
Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon UTV Tour & Hike in Kanab
Ride a UTV through sand dunes to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon near Zion
Explore Great Chamber & Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon 4WD Tour
Ride 4WD to the Great Chamber and Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon near Kanab
Peekaboo Slot Canyon Group Off-Road Tour & Hike from Kanab
Enjoy Peekaboo's peaceful canyon setting on a shared adventure
Ride a 8-Hour Grand Staircase UTV Tour From Kanab
Explore Inchworm Arch and the Great Chamber on an 8-hour Grand Staircase UTV ride
Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber Jeep Tour in Kanab
Explore two contrasting landscapes on one guided Jeep outing
UTV Slot Canyon Tour in East Zion
Ride a UTV to Upper and Lower Red Cave Slot Canyons in 2 hours
Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon 4WD Tour From Kanab
Ride with a guide into a winding Navajo sandstone slot canyon
Peek-A-Boo & Great Chamber UTV Guided Tour
Ride a UTV to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon and the Great Chamber in 3.5 hours
Kanab Dark Sky Stargazing Tour with Telescopes
Discover the stories behind the stars through mythology, navigation, and deep-space views
Explore Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon & Hoodoos Near Zion
Ride to Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon, the Great Chamber, and Hoodoos in 5 hours
Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon Jeep Tour
Pair a Jeep ride with a walk through towering sandstone walls
Kanab Full-Day UTV Ride & Slot Canyon Rappel
Combine a half-day UTV ride with a slot canyon rappel in Kanab
Peekaboo Canyon Sunset & Stargazing UTV Tour in Kanab
Explore the desert, then learn to find your way around the night sky