St. George

12 technical canyons and slot canyon routes

St. George is a popular base for Southwest Utah canyoneering. The area's milder climate makes it one of the more practical regions for fall, winter, and spring canyoneering, though cold water and storms still require caution. Routes span BLM, state park, and National Park lands.

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

3-Day Weather Forecast & Flash Flood Risk for St. George

Low Risk Today Based on NOAA regional forecast
Today
2026-04-11
67° / 51°
Partly cloudy
Flash Flood Risk: Low
Rain: 3% · Wind: 22 mph
Tomorrow
2026-04-12
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60° / 45°
Drizzle
Flash Flood Risk: Low
Rain: 28% · Wind: 24 mph
Day 3
2026-04-13
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58° / 42°
Drizzle
Flash Flood Risk: Moderate
Rain: 31% · Wind: 19 mph
Storms: 12 PM–6 PM
Today · Tomorrow · Day 3 — Source: Open-Meteo / NOAA regional forecast data

Check the St. George 3-day weather forecast and regional flash flood outlook before choosing a canyon. This quick overview helps canyoneers compare temperatures, rain chances, storm timing, and NOAA-based flash flood risk across the St. George region.

Use this St. George conditions overview as a regional planning reference for canyoneering, slot canyon trips, and weather-sensitive routes. Always verify local conditions before entering any canyon.

Areas in St. George

All St. George Canyons

Hidden Star

4B 1 rappels · 180ft max

Arch Canyon (aka Johnson Canyon)

3B 4 rappels · 197ft max

Boltergeist

3A 5 rappels · 151ft max

Cherry Canyon

3A 15 rappels · 105ft max

Ghost Rider

3A 3 rappels · 98ft max

Golf Canyon

3A 11 rappels

Yankee Doodle

3A 5 rappels · 49ft max

Mayday Canyon

3A

Portal Canyon

3A 14 rappels · 574ft max

Quail Canyon (Fossil Canyon)

3A

Pictograph Canyon

3A 8 rappels · 141ft max

Frog Hollow

3A 6 rappels · 215ft max

Plan your St. George canyoneering trip with weather forecasts and trip tracking

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St. George Weather & Flash Flood FAQ

What is the flash flood risk in St. George today?

The St. George regional forecast gives a quick overview of today's flash flood risk using NOAA regional forecast guidance, along with temperature, rain chances, and storm timing.

What is the 3-day weather forecast for St. George?

The St. George 3-day weather forecast shows a simple day-by-day view of temperatures, storm potential, and regional flash flood outlook to help canyoneers compare conditions before a trip.

Is this weather forecast canyon-specific?

No. This is a regional St. George weather and flash flood overview designed as a planning reference. Conditions can vary by drainage, route, and storm pattern.

Why does flash flood risk matter in St. George?

St. George includes many canyons and drainages where rain and storms can quickly change conditions. A regional flash flood outlook helps users understand broader weather risk before selecting a route.

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