Willis Creek ranks among the finest slot canyons in the Southwest, and many seasoned canyon explorers still call it their favorite. The stream that carved this canyon still runs through it today, so expect a little water underfoot as you walk beneath walls that rise higher and press closer with every turn. It’s an easy, low-difficulty hike, which makes it one of the best options near Bryce Canyon for multi-generational groups or anyone who wants the beauty of a slot canyon without the technical demands.

Your guide will walk the canyon with you, sharing the geology and history behind the formations while keeping the pace relaxed enough to stop often for photos. No two turns in Willis Creek look the same, so it’s an easy place to slow down and take it all in.

What’s included

• One guide per group

• English-speaking guide

• A well-earned, easygoing Utah adventure

What’s not included

• Transportation to the meeting point in Tropic, UT

• Sunscreen and hiking shoes

• Snacks

Itinerary

1. Meet your guide at ROAM’s location in Tropic, UT

2. Get briefed on the hike ahead

3. Walk into Willis Creek’s narrows

4. Wind through the canyon at an easy, unhurried pace

5. Head back to the meeting point

6. Carry on to your next Bryce Canyon adventure

Highlights

1. Family-Friendly Pace: Low difficulty and open to all ages, making it one of the easiest slot canyons to enjoy together.

2. Guided the Whole Way: Your guide leads the hike and handles the logistics, so you can just enjoy the canyon.

3. Winter Magic: In colder months, the stream can freeze into a sparkling, frozen passage through the narrows.

4. Ever-Changing Scenery: A hike of 1-2 miles (your choice), with new textures and light around every bend.

Check-in details

Arrive right on time with waivers already signed.

What to bring

-Sunscreen
-Shoes
-hiking pack with 2+ liters of water

Restrictions

Moderate hiking ability necessary