Northern Swell Canyoneering

7 routes in San Rafael

Explore 7 canyoneering routes in the Northern Swell area of San Rafael. Browse technical grades, rappel counts, and detailed beta for each canyon below.

7
Total Canyons
2
Beginner (1-2)
4
Intermediate (3)
1
Advanced (4+)

All Northern Swell Canyons

Buckeyes Canyon

4B 11 rappels · 180ft max

Black Box Canyon (upper)

3C 1 rappels

Double Arch Canyon

3B 2 rappels · 174ft max

Upper Black Dragon Wash

3B

Eardley Canyon (Upper)

3B

Black Box Canyon (lower)

2C

Straight Wash

2A

Other Areas in San Rafael

Southern SwellCentral SwellGoblin Valley