Ruby-Horsethief Canyon Permit: Route
Ruby-Horsethief Canyon permits are first-come, first-served in Colorado Plateau Rivers. The route covers 25 miles.
This guide covers the Ruby-Horsethief Canyon permit.
$6 reservation fee, plus $20 to $100 per night by group size from April through October
Permit Cost
2-3 days
Duration
25 miles
Distance
easy
Difficulty
About Ruby-Horsethief Canyon
25 miles of red rock flatwater on the Colorado River from Loma, Colorado to Westwater, Utah. Quota is the campsites, so you build the trip site by site.
The Ruby-Horsethief Canyon route
- Distance
- 25 miles
- Route type
- point-to-point
- Trip length
- 2-3 days
- Difficulty
- easy
McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area. Nearest town: Fruita
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a Ruby-Horsethief Canyon permit?
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Ruby-Horsethief Canyon permits are available first-come, first-served. They can be booked online when they become available. Popular dates fill quickly.
When is the best time to visit Ruby-Horsethief Canyon?
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BLM calls fall the most consistent weather, with warm days, cool nights and infrequent rain. Family raft trips go best once flows drop below 5,000 cfs.
How long is the Ruby-Horsethief Canyon route?
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The route is 25 miles, as a point-to-point. Plan on 2-3 days.
How difficult is the Ruby-Horsethief Canyon route?
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This is a easy route, suitable for beginners with basic fitness.
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