Westwater Canyon
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Westwater Canyon is a canyon located on the Colorado River in Eastern Utah between Grand Junction, Colorado and Moab, Utah. The inner gorge of the canyon is made up of black Precambrian rock and contains class III and IV rapids which are well sought after by whitewater enthusiasts. The most notable rapid, called "Skull", is by far the most significant, and is the origin of legend, tragedy and triumph.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) oversees a permitting system for whitewater travelers for this section of the Colorado River, and boaters must follow special rules and regulations. Many boaters pack camping equipment in on rafts and make the 17-mile trip from Westwater ranger station to Cisco landing over 1-2 days.
Westwater Canyon runs through a wilderness study area and has been proposed for designation as a wild and scenic river along with Ruby Canyon just upstream.
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