Max drop 65m (2x70m ropes) Public Access 4hr / 7.5hr / 30min (approach / descent /return ) = Total of 12hrs Keyhole canyon an unnamed tributary of Barrack Creek V5a4IV Keyhole is a steep and aquatic alpine descent. Polished rocks, blue pools and the back-to-back nature of the waterfalls make this a rewarding canyon. There…
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Holts Creek v4a4IV**
40m
11-12hrs
Holts Creek is a big day in a remote alpine canyon. It is bolted but come with natural anchor rigging materials. The upper canyon starts with pool drop waterfalls. The only escape is a scree mid-canyon before giving way to enclosed steep walls. On the way down make sure to look back up the canyon at the spectacular series of waterfalls.
Wesley Creek v5a3IV***
124 m (2 x 70 m ropes)
10 hours (5 hours up 5 hours down)
Public Access
Steep alpine canyon, with large multip-pitch rappels.
Barrack Creek v5a4IV***
65m
9hr30min
Public access
Barrack Creek is a steep, aquatic and vertical alpine descent. Polished rocks, deep green pools, the back to back nature of the waterfalls, and the fantastic end series of rappels makes this a classic three-star canyon. Make sure you have suitable experience and a strong team.