Crew guide
A remote desert canyon float with warm nights, wide beaches, big walls, and historic stops.
Trip map
Sand Wash access is 25 miles of dirt / about 1.5 hours after pavement, with no water/trash/cell at the put-in.
Vehicle shuttle
Vehicle shuttle service for Desolation and Gray Canyon trips. Confirm current Sand Wash to Swasey's details before booking.
435-680-0076
Listed starting price: $475. Confirm current rate, vehicle count, trailers, and road conditions.
Desolation gives crews a slower desert rhythm: big beaches, warm light, side hikes, and long canyon views.
It is a good fit for groups that want a classic multi-day Green River trip without constant whitewater intensity.
Before keeping fish, check Utah rules and advisories. Utah lists a Desolation Canyon catfish advisory, and protected native Green River fish must be released.
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