Kanab: Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber Small Group Hike

Peekaboo Slot Canyon colors shift while Great Chamber glows gold

You’ll climb sandy hills to reach the glowing Great Chamber near Kanab and squeeze through shifting light in Peekaboo Slot Canyon with a local guide by your side. Expect laughter, quiet moments, and plenty of photo stops, with water and snacks included so you can focus on soaking it all in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Hike Peekaboo and Great Chamber

• Hike 1 mile roundtrip at Great Chamber
• Explore Peekaboo Slot Canyon 1.5 miles

The experience

I still laugh thinking about how I almost lost my shoe in the sand at the start of our hike near Kanab. We’d just bounced along a dirt road with our guide, Tom, who seemed to know every bump by name. The air was dry but not too hot yet. Just that faint smell of sagebrush and dust. Our small group (eight of us, plus Tom) started out toward the Great Chamber first. Climbing up that sandy hill was harder than it looked: my legs burned in a way I didn’t expect, but nobody rushed. Someone joked about needing a ski lift for sand.

At the top, the Great Chamber just sort of appeared: like someone had scooped out half a mountain and left this enormous glowing alcove behind. Sunlight poured in at an angle that made everything look golden and soft. Tom explained how it’s taken thousands of years for wind to carve out this spot. Honestly, it felt like standing inside a giant hourglass. I tried to take pictures but ended up just staring for a while instead. The silence up there is different: kind of thick, if that makes sense.

After catching our breath (and shaking sand out of my socks), we headed over to Peekaboo Slot Canyon. It’s only about ten miles north of Kanab, but it feels like another planet once you step inside those narrow walls. The light kept changing as we walked through: reds turning pink then orange depending on where you stood. Tom pointed out little details I would’ve missed: tiny animal tracks, weird rock patterns that looked like waves frozen in stone. He handed around granola bars and water when we stopped for photos, which was often because honestly, you can’t help it here.

I didn’t expect to feel so small or so calm at the same time. There’s something about walking between those sandstone walls with just a handful of people and hearing nothing but your own footsteps echoing back at you. Even now I catch myself thinking about that last patch of sunlight before we turned back toward the truck.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup by knowledgeable off-road drivers from nearby Kanab, guided hikes through both Peekaboo Slot Canyon and the Great Chamber, plus water and granola bars along the way so you don’t have to worry about anything except enjoying those wild Utah landscapes together.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 08:00 and 11:00

Book up to15h before

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Coral Cliffs Tours of Kanab

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How difficult is the hike to the Great Chamber?

The hike is about 1 mile roundtrip with some steep sandy sections. Moderate fitness is recommended.

How far is Peekaboo Slot Canyon from Kanab?

Peekaboo Slot Canyon is located roughly 10 miles north of Kanab.

Is this tour suitable for people with mobility issues?

This tour isn’t recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health due to uneven terrain.

Are snacks or drinks provided during the hike?

Yes, water and granola bars are provided on all tours.

How many people are usually on this small group tour?

The group size is usually no more than 10 people total.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

Is transportation included from Kanab?

The tour includes pickup. Off-road drivers will transport you to both locations.

Can I book a private version of this tour?

If you prefer a private tour, contact the provider directly to check availability.