Chopper Drop

A scenic route in the Mother Canyon. This route follows the same approach as Slingshot and Manzanita. The big rappel is frequently buzzed by tourist helicopters, especially during the morning and afternoon hours. Bonus points for the Chopper shot!

Starts @ Boynton Canyon TH. Follows Same Approach Canyon as Slingshot. Continue along sandstone ridge heading west and passing the drainage for Manzanita. Enter the canyon directly east of R1 via an easy downclimb. Please respect all dwelling cites in this sacred area.

R1: 20’ set back off tree. (This can also be downclimbed RDC) R2: 190' from Bolted anchor RDC. A retrievable anchor works well here. Possible Hikers Below! Continue following the watercourse for a short distance until it opens back up to slickrock. Before R3, don't forget to look back over your left shoulder at what the chopper was checking out. R3: 45' off a single bolt located on sloped wall LDC. Walk the cougar ledge RDC at R4! Great views / photo opp of last rap from the ledge. R4: 170' off tree next to watercourse.