UTAH COUNTY, Utah — A local man got quite the scare while hiking in Slate Canyon over the weekend.
The next day, Twitter user @ABecenti shared the posts saying, 'Kyle Jenner was enjoying Slot Canyons, which is supposed to be closed to tourists because of COVID-19. Navajo parks are closed to visitors and tourists since March and are still shut down. What's wrong with her head? Is it too heavy to hold up?' 2755 Kyle Canyon Rd Las Vegas NV 89124. 29 Reviews (702) 872-5500 Website. Menu & Reservations Make Reservations. After hiking up toward the slot canyon, our. Near mile 1.5, pass Fletcher Spring before entering a slot canyon flanked by ragged limestone walls. Turn around.3 mile later where the route seems to dead-end at Obstacle Rock. Follow the same route back to Kyle Canyon Road. Mud Caves and Slot Canyon Hikes. Desert Slot Canyons – South Anza Borrego State Park region, just off County Road S-2 east of the ‘badlands overlook' view point is a whole network of narrow walkways & skinny canyon trails to explore. Some are so tight you have to turn side ways to fit through.
Kyle Burgess, 26, was minding his own business in the Utah County wilderness around 5 p.m. Saturday when he came across some mountain lion kittens.
Seconds later, their mom came around the corner — protective and aggressive. He caught the whole thing on video:
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'I didn't really know what kind of cubs they were or what animal they were,' said Burgess. 'Once I did realize what they were, I was like, that's mom right there. I'm screwed.'
What made it worse for the Orem man was that the encounter was a lengthy one. The video shows the animal following Burgess for at least six minutes as he walked down the trail.
Gold fish casino slots. At certain times, the mountain lion lunged at Burgess. But officials said Burgess did all the right things by not turning around, making himself 'bigger,' and making a lot of noise.
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The mountain lion kept following Burgess down the trail before he bent down and threw a rock, sending the animal running away.
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Total Distance | 3.4 miles (5.5 km) |
Hike Time | 1:30 - 2 Hours (Total) |
Difficulty (?) | Easy |
Total Ascent (?) | 980 feet (299m) |
Highest Elevation | 7,841 feet (2390m) |
Fees & Permits | Parking Fee |
Dogs Allowed | Leashed |
Alerts & Closures (?) | Spring Mountains National Recreation Area |
Park Phone | 702-872-5486 |
The Fletcher Canyon Trail is a beautiful hike nestled in the Mt. Charleston Wilderness Area, within an hour of the Las Vegas Strip. The hike is a gradual uphill through a pine forest along a (mainly dormant) stream and ends in Fletcher Canyon, a beautiful slot canyon with 200 feet walls, water-polished rocks, and great views of Mummy Mountain. The hike is uphill but relatively easy, and is good for all levels of hikers and families too.
How to Get to Fletcher Canyon Trail
The Fletcher Canyon Trailhead is in the Mount Charleston area, about 45 minutes from downtown Las Vegas. The drive to the trailhead is spectacular as you transition from the desert to the alpine scenery of Spring Mountains National Recreation Area.
Use this trailhead address: Fletcher Canyon Trailhead, Mt Charleston, NV, 89124.
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The trailhead parking is on the left shortly after you pass the intersection with Rt 158.
There is plenty of parking but it does fill up quickly on weekends.
Gear For the Hike
This is a mellow hike and you don't need any special hiking gear here, but hiking boots will definitely help. Fitness or casual outdoor clothing will suffice in pinch. Bring at least 1L of water. In the winter there can be snow, in the summer it can get very hot (but not as hot as Vegas which is a few thousand feet below).
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If you hike a lot or just want the best (but not the most durable) hiking footwear, the Wildcat trail runner is your best move. It's fast and light on trails, the sole gives me good grip off-trail or scrambling, and they dry quickly.
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Stay Safe Out of Cell Phone Range
If you're not familiar with the Garmin InReach technology, it allows you to send and receive text messages where you don't have cell phone signals. You can also get weather reports and trigger an SOS to emergency responders. Even if you don't have an emergency, sending a quick message telling a loved one that you're okay or are running late is well worth the cost. The Garmin InReach Mini(REI | Amazon | My Review) fits in your palm and weighs next to nothing.
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How are you going to navigate this hike?
To start, you should always have a paper map and compass. And it helps to print this guide out or save it on your phone. I highly recommend a GPS as well. I use the Garmin Fenix 6 smart GPS watch (REI | Amazon | My Review) with maps (or the more affordable Garmin Instinct). You can also use most smartphones. Check out my navigation recommendations and resources on my top gear picks page for options at all budget levels.
Fletcher Canyon Trail Hike Directions
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Do not attempt this hike if there are thunderstorms in the forecast. Flash floods can wash down Fletcher Canyon quickly.
There can be water running in the stream depending on when you're here. Generally it's only in the upper reaches of the canyon/hike if at all.
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