Peekaboo Slot Canyon Jeep Tour near Kanab

Red sandstone walls and Moqui steps in a half-mile slot canyon walk

Peekaboo Slot Canyon near Kanab is a half-mile walk through narrow red sandstone walls 50 feet high, reached by a 15–20 minute Jeep ride north of town. The tour includes bottled water and a live English-speaking guide who explains how Native Americans carved Moqui steps into the cliff faces to reach high areas. Arrive on time; departures run throughout the day and late arrivals are left behind.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Peekaboo Slot Canyon

• Jeep ride to Peekaboo Canyon
• Walk through 1/2 mile slot canyon
• See red sandstone walls
• View Native American Moqui steps
• Take photos of canyon

The Experience

The Jeep ride covers 5 miles north of Kanab to the canyon entrance, taking 15 to 20 minutes depending on road conditions. Once you arrive, the walk itself is a half-mile through the slot canyon, moving between sandstone walls that rise 50 feet on both sides. The canyon narrows as you move through it, and the rock formations shift color as light hits different sections of the stone.

Along the way, you'll see Moqui steps—handholds and footholds carved into the cliff walls by the Native Americans who lived in this area. These steps reach high up the canyon walls where people once climbed to access resources or shelter. A guide walks with you and points out these details, explaining how the canyon was used historically. Bring a camera; the red sandstone and the scale of the walls are the main reason people make the trip.

The entire tour runs about 90 minutes from start to finish. Bottled water is provided. Because multiple tours depart throughout the day, punctuality matters—if you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the group leaves without you. The tour operates on Mountain Time, which is an hour ahead of Las Vegas and Arizona time.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• live English-speaking guide.
• Jeep transport to the canyon entrance.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by ROAM - East Zion

Is this one for you?The 90-minute total duration—including the Jeep ride and the half-mile walk—fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your entire day, leaving time to explore Kanab or other nearby canyons. Moderate fitness is needed for the walk on uneven canyon floor, and the tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

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Top questions

How far is Peekaboo Slot Canyon from Kanab?

Peekaboo Slot Canyon is located 5 miles north of Kanab. The Jeep ride to the canyon entrance takes 15 to 20 minutes.

What is the Moqui steps and why are they in the canyon?

Moqui steps are handholds and footholds carved into the cliff walls by Native Americans who lived in the area. They used these steps to climb high up the canyon walls to reach resources and shelter.

How long is the walk through Peekaboo Slot Canyon?

The slot canyon walk is half a mile long, moving between narrow sandstone walls that rise 50 feet on both sides of you.

What should I bring on this tour?

Bring a camera to capture the red sandstone formations. Bottled water is provided, so you don't need to carry your own.

What time should I arrive for the tour?

Arrive on time for your scheduled departure. If you are more than 15 minutes late, the tour will leave without you, since multiple tours run throughout the day.