* Location: Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Arizona
* Distance: 166 miles (267 km)
* Difficulty: Class II-III
* Season: March-October
* Highlights: Sheer canyon walls, ancient ruins, and Native American rock art
2. Cataract Canyon, Utah
* Location: Canyonlands National Park, Utah
* Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
* Difficulty: Class III-IV
* Season: April-October
* Highlights: Steep canyons, towering spires, and cascading waterfalls
3. Grand Canyon, Arizona
* Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona
* Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
* Difficulty: Class II-IV
* Season: March-October
* Highlights: The Grand Canyon's iconic scenery, including the Painted Desert, the Vishnu Schist, and the Colorado River
4. Black Canyon of the Gunnison, Colorado
* Location: Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Colorado
* Distance: 25 miles (40 km)
* Difficulty: Class III-IV
* Season: May-October
* Highlights: Steep canyon walls, cascading waterfalls, and abundant wildlife
5. Desolation Canyon, Utah
* Location: Desolation Canyon National Park, Utah
* Distance: 83 miles (134 km)
* Difficulty: Class II-III
* Season: March-October
* Highlights: Rugged canyon scenery, ancient ruins, and Native American rock art
