Bobby Okeefe
3 months ago
What an amazing experience. MUST have you clearance 4x4. We saw a Jeep wagoner stuck in the deep sands. My wrangler did great. The view and ride make this one of the best stops we have had in all of UTAH!
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Red Canyon Slot (Peekaboo Kanab)
A glowing red slot canyon hike near Kanab, if you can get through the sand to reach it.
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Red Canyon Slot, better known locally as Peekaboo Slot Canyon, is a short, glowing red sandstone slot hike north of Kanab off Highway 89 — and it's earned its 4.8-star rating from nearly 600 reviewers for good reason. The canyon walk itself is easy and family-friendly, about 0.7 miles round trip, winding between narrow red rock walls with the old Moqui Steps carved into the stone and a few small scrambles that add fun without any real climbing.
The Catch: Getting There
The hike is easy. The access road is not. From the Peek-A-Boo staging area, it's 3–5 miles of deep, soft sand before you reach the canyon, and reviewers are consistent on this point: a standard SUV or crossover, even an all-wheel-drive one, will bog down. A high-clearance 4x4 with proper tires, or a rented UTV, is the realistic way in. If you don't have one, Kanab-based outfitters like Coral Cliffs Tours run guided Jeep and UTV trips out to the trailhead and back, which several visitors say made the whole outing far less stressful.
- Distance: ~0.7 miles round trip once at the trailhead
- Vehicle: high-clearance 4x4 or UTV strongly recommended for the sand road
- Managed by: BLM — check current conditions and flash flood risk before entering
- Best light: morning visits mean fewer people and better photos on the red walls
Note this is not the Peekaboo/Spooky Gulch pair near Escalante — a different canyon entirely, and one of the more photogenic, less crowded slot hikes in the Kanab area.
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Brian
4 months ago
Let's start by saying, you're not going to make it here with your Jeep Compass, even though it is 4x4. I wouldn't trust a Cherokee or any 4x4 vehicle without high clearance and off-road tires either. We saw plenty of these stuck while taking the tour through Coral Cliffs Tours of Kanab. ASK FOR JEFF as your guide, enjoy the ride to Peekaboo Slot Canyon without the stress. Another option is to rent a UTV. This was a lot more fun when we returned with our Can-Am. The hike through the canyon itself is much shorter than the hike from the parking lot to the canyon and back. Consider this. The hike itself is easy, and the views are breathtaking. Go in the morning when there are few to no others on the trail so you can get some great photos. This is a must if you're in the area.
Anita Martinez
6 months ago
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Peekaboo Slot Canyon (Red Canyon) – One of the Best Slot Canyon Hikes Near Kanab, Utah If you’re searching for the best slot canyon near Kanab, Peekaboo Slot Canyon (also called Red Canyon) is easily one of the most beautiful and photogenic hikes in southern Utah. Those glowing red sandstone walls you see all over Instagram? Yep — this is the place. ⚠️ Important: This is NOT Peekaboo & Spooky Gulch in Escalante. Completely different canyon and location. 🌄 The Hike Once you reach the canyon, the hike inside is short, fun, and totally worth it — about 0.7 miles round trip. Expect: • towering red sandstone slot canyon walls • narrow passages perfect for photos • the famous Moqui Steps carved into the rock • small scrambles that add adventure without technical climbing It’s one of the most accessible slot canyon hikes near Kanab, and families usually do great here. 🚙 Getting There (Don’t Skip This Part) The canyon starts from the Peek-A-Boo staging area off Highway 89 north of Kanab. But here’s what many people underestimate: You still have 3–5 miles of deep sand before reaching the canyon. • High-clearance 4x4 or UTV strongly recommended • Regular vehicles often get stuck in the sand • Hiking the sand road is possible but long and exhausting, especially in summer heat 💡 Local tip: If you don’t have a 4x4, several Kanab tour companies offer Jeep or UTV tours to Peekaboo Slot Canyon, which makes access much easier. ⛈️ Slot Canyon Safety Like all Utah slot canyons, always check the weather before entering. Flash floods can happen quickly, even if the sky looks clear where you are. Final Thoughts Peekaboo Slot Canyon (Red Canyon) is one of the most stunning slot canyons in southern Utah and a must-see if you’re visiting Kanab, Zion National Park, or the Grand Staircase–Escalante area. Just come prepared for the deep sand access, desert heat, and changing weather. Do that — and this place will absolutely blow your mind. 🌄
Michelle Yanez
2 months ago
This area is beautiful stunning views. Great pictures midday when suns shines through. I recommend hiring the tour guide Zach with roam tours, he was the best. The sand is fun in the UTVs and a highlight of our trip.
Desiree Johnson
4 months ago
We drove our 2017 suburban through the sandy trail to the slot canyon and it made it just fine. The slot canyon was well worth the drive down to Kanab. Short and beautiful. My kids 13-6years old all loved it and my son drove his RC truck on the way in. It was pleasant and enjoyable.
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