San Juan River, September 8th – 14th

San Juan River, September 8th – 14th

This trip is a 7-day 6-night float on the lower part of the San Juan River from Mexican Hat to Clay
Hills Crossing.  Come prepared for lots of hiking.  We’ll plan to stop for hikes at the Mendenhall
Loop, the Honaker Trail, Government Rapid canyon, Oljeto Wash, and at Slickhorn Canyon where
we’ll try to camp and spend a half-day or more.

The San Juan is a Class III river with multiple Class II drops and one solidly Class III rapid
(Government Rapid) that may be possible to line or portage. Participants are expected to have the
appropriate experience and skills. Although the San Juan is generally low this time of year, we may
have higher water levels this year.

Cost:  $20/person for the river permit and $24/person for 2 days of camping and hiking on the
Navajo Nation.  Total Cost: $44/person.  There will be additional costs to park cars long term at
Mexican Hat, and if we decide to use a commercial shuttle service.

Put in:  Sunday, September 8 th  Mexican Hat
Take out: Saturday, September 14 th , Clay Hills Crossing

As of mid-July there are 4 spots open. Please contact Carol Duecker ([email protected]) before the end of July to sign up.