The canyon was formed because of water erosion and took millions of years to create this 800 metres long beauty which is belted by 40 metres high walls. It is a narrow slot canyon which got its name due to its astonishing range of colours and banding.

Near the town of Nuweiba, on Sinai peninsula, Egypt resides the spectacular Coloured Canyon. Let’s go on and have a look at 10 most famous and beautiful slot canyons in the world. Even in sandstone and limestone, it’s very rare to form slot canyons and it happens only due to a combination of the particular characteristics of the rock and regional rainfall. Some canyons have been formed in other rock types like granite and basalt. These are mostly composed in sandstone and limestone rock, but that’s not the case always. A slender canyon formed by the erosion due to water hitting the rock is known as a slot canyon. These canyons are so beautiful and surreal that it is hard to believe that these are natural and real.

At certain points, you need to scramble (aka use your hands + feet to propel yourself up).Slot canyons are like nature’s best-kept secret that so rare and exquisite mother nature took millions of years to architect it. On the slot canyon path, there are ladder-style stairs, and on the switchback approach, you encounter wooden-plank stairs. The slot canyon’s vertical, narrow areas could aggravate claustrophobia. Note some soil erosion on the descending trail from Annie’s Canyon viewpoint and some stairs. However, watch out for tree roots that people could trip on. TERRAIN: A mostly even path to reach Annie’s Canyon Trail. Please utilize waste and recycling containers at the trailhead.

Please remember that you are parking in a neighborhood, so keep all driveways clear and be respectful of neighbors. PETS/animals: Leashed dogs welcome, except in the slot canyon portion.ĮNTRANCE: Solana Hills Trailhead See map or Rios Ave Trailhead See mapĬLOSEST PUBLIC TRANSIT: Solana Beach Transit See map

Slot canyon with water print