Arch Nemesis

Arch Nemesis is a beautiful and fun canyon, great for beginners with competent leadership or for intermediate or advanced canyoneers looking for a pleasant half-day outing.

Park off the road and begin climbing the social trail up the hill. After 2 or 3 climbs, class 3 or thereabouts, you will be able to continue along a ledge containing a faint but distinct trail. Follow this trail around two drainages until you reach the head of the canyon, while trying not to destroy any cryptobiotic soil.

After R9 there is an easy walk out to the Capitol Gorge road.