Cataract Canyon
CountryUSA
Depth300 m
Length75 km
TypeRiver canyon
About Cataract Canyon
A canyon on the Colorado River in Utah. Contains some of the most dangerous rapids in North America. Drops 35 m in less than 2 km. More rapids than the Grand Canyon in a shorter distance. Only accessible by boat or multi-day hike.
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