Named by John Wesley Powell during a mapping expedition in the late 1800s, this river and its many tributaries offered an impregnable fortress hideout for Butch Cassidy and other outlaws during the early 1900s. Today backpackers and canyoneering enthusiasts retrace the steps of these early explorers. This area still offers a primitive opportunity where self reliance and pre-planning are required.

ADVISORY

NPS Announces Developed Area at Hite, Utah Closed Until Further Notice - may impact your plans on the Colorado River (1/11/2024).

Named by John Wesley Powell during a mapping expedition in the late 1800s, this river and its many tributaries offered an impregnable fortress hideout for Butch Cassidy and other outlaws during the early 1900s. Today backpackers and canyoneering enthusiasts retrace the steps of these early explorers. This area still offers a primitive opportunity where self reliance and pre-planning are required.
<h3>ADVISORY</h3>
<a href="https://www.nps.gov/glca/learn/news/20240111.htm" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NPS Announces Developed Area at Hite, Utah Closed Until Further Notice</a> - may impact your plans on the Colorado River (1/11/2024).

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Dirty Devil River

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