Montezuma Mines
Kanab, Utah
Cave and Hike
A bunch of sand caves/mines. There are some pits with old ladders, and at least one pit in particular that you can descend with a rope.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Kanab, Utah
- Head south on S 100 E toward E 200 S (0.3 mi)
- Turn left at the 3rd cross street onto US-89 S/E 300 SContinue to follow US-89 S(9.2 mi)
- Turn left onto Johnson Canyon Rd (13.3 mi)
From Kanab drive East on 89 for about 9 miles, until you see a sign to turn left on Johnson Canyon Rd. Drive about 11.3-11.6 miles and there's a dirt road on the right side that you take. You have to cross a wash that's pretty sandy, so 4 wheel drive is necessary. There are a couple forks in the road. Stay left. With 4 wheel drive, you can park just down hill from the caves.
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