Sinusitis Canyon - Lake Powell

Sinusitis
aka: Keeper Pot Hole (KPH) Fork

Lake Powell
Technical Canyoneering

          Sinusitis is a technical slot canyon located on Lake Powell. This slot canyon is part of the Warm Springs Canyon System. Sinusitis is suitable for skilled and experienced canyoneers only. Sinusitis is normally combined with the Warm Springs Loop to create a bigger bang for your buck.

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          Sinusitis is part of the "Circle of Friends" program. Members of the "Circle of Friends" have access to more specific information, explicit route information, GPS waypoints, trailhead location and detailed maps. If you would like more information on joining the "Circle of Friends" visit the sign up page.

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General Information:
          Sinusitis
is a technical canyoneering adventure suitable for those who are both physically fit and experienced. The route is rated 4B R II using the Canyon Rating System. Tinnitus requires complete technical gear. A GPS is useful and good map reading skills are essential.

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Trailhead Information:
          Sinusitis does not require a vehicle shuttle. Four wheel drive is required to access this trailhead. This area is criss-crossed with roads. Stay on the road described until told to turn off of it. Not all roads described are noted on the USGS map.

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Ethics:
          There are no bolted anchors in this canyon, let's preserve this feature. Many canyoneers before you have descended this canyon without placing bolts, so please play fair. You might need to locate and construct natural anchors which is moderately difficult in this canyon.

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