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Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/26/2018
The run begins in open desert.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/26/2018
Sandstone cliffs define the Utah desert.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/26/2018
When the black rocks appear, so do the rapids.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/26/2018
Making camp on a sandy beach at the start of Westwater Canyon.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Amazing geology and contrasts of colors.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Long pools separate the rapids.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Getting deeper into the gneiss gorge.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Artifacts from intrepid settlers.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Beginning a side hike from the river.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Westwater is suitable for many types of craft, but the rapids do require intermediate to advanced skills.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Running a rapid deep in Westwater Canyon.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
The canyon re-opens into redrock desert once again.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Gorgeous landscape along the flatwater float to the takeout.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
The takeout at Cisco with snowy La Sal Mountains in the distance.
Jesse Weber
Photo Date:
03/27/2018
Evening on the Colorado River.