Ermahgerd Canyon

A rugged Superstition Wilderness canyon with a few big rappels.

Follow Hieroglyphic Trail about one mile. Exit trail right (east) up steep ridge. Contour around Superstition Peak. Head down drainage.

The canyon starts with some brush and a few downclimbs. Be aware that much of the volcanic rock in the Superstition Wilderness is poor quality - use caution, particularly when downclimbing. R1: 50’ off of tree. R2: 225' off of large boulder. R3: 80' off of large boulder. First section can be down climbed to thick grass, but nothing to anchor off of on second drop. R4: 20' into pool. Possible to bypass LDC or depending on water level may be avoidable with some bridging skills. R5: 135' off of rock pinch into pool. Drops to first section about 60', but continues down a second drop around a corner about 50' (into another pool). R6: 270' off of bush backed up by boulder. Extend webbing to lip for a smooth pull. Feet are on wall for the entire rappel.