Labyrinth Canyon

THE GREEN RIVER

Labyrinth Canyon

The section of the Green River most accessible from Moab is Labyrinth Canyon. This flat water stretch winds through a remote and pristine red rock canyon.

Perfect for canoeists, flat water kayakers, and anyone seeking a mellow float Labyrinth canyon is rich with desert wonders; a kalidiascope of rock colors, petrified wood, the smells of where water meets earth, ancient rock art, incredible silence, azure skies, and my favorite, the descending call of the canyon wren.

There are three launch locations Green River State Park (68 river miles), Crystal Geyser (65 miles) and Ruby Ranch (47 miles) and the takeout we access is Mineral Bottom. Depending on where you launch most trips range from 3-5 days.

PLEASE NOTE: Moab is extremely busy these days and we are now booking up weeks in advance. It is a 5-7 hour shuttle and we can't always run this at the drop of a hat.

Permits and Regulations

A permit is required to float the Green River, but as of January 2023 it is still free of charge and easily acquired. You can obtain it in advance from the Moab Bureau of Land Management office, Green River State Park or in the kiosk at Ruby Ranch. Green River State Park and Ruby Ranch both charge a small fee for launches. For more info at Green River State Park call (435) 564-3633. Green River also charges a parking fee. Ruby Ranch does not charge an additional parking fee.

Camping Information

There are no designated campsites along the rivers in Labyrinth Canyon. During periods of high water, camps can be difficult to find, especially for large groups. That being said, even on busy weekends folks always seem to find a place. During late summer and fall, sandbars are usually plentiful and make ideal camps. Please make sure you are aware of upstream controlled water releases before your trip as they can affect river levels dramatically and wash out sandbars.

Toilets

All overnight trips are required to bring either a washable, reusable toilet or approved system that uses enzymes to break down waste suitable for the landfill. Please do not dispose of them in garbage bins. Here is a link for disposal bins in Moab: https://www.discovermoab.com/poop/. Firepans are required as well.

Transfer Prices

From Green River State Park: $350 for one vehicle and $300 each for two or more vehicles. Late Season (November) $385 for one, $300 each for two or more vehicles. From Crystal Geyser to Mineral Bottom: $350 for one vehicle $300 each for two or more vehicles. Late Season (November) $385 for one, $325 each for two or more vehicles. From Ruby to Mineral Bottom: $350 for one vehicle, $300 each for two or more. Late Season (November) $385 for one, $325 each for two or more vehicles. Note: There is an additional charge for oversized vehicles and trailers with vehicles on them. There is no charge for empty trailers.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made 10 days prior to your trip (launch) date will be refunded less the $50 non-refundable deposit. Cancellations less than ten days and up to 6 days before, will be refunded 50% of total cost of trip. The total trip cost will be forfeited for any cancellations less than 6 days before the trip. The policy applies to the entire reservation and to each vehicle. We must adhere to our cancellation policy as we will still need to compensate our drivers to maintain a staff and to continue to offer this service. 'Stuff Happens' so we highly recommend travel insurance.

Map and Permits

River level details

CHANGES TO RESERVATIONS: All changes must be made prior to launch. You cannot just leave a note or a message about a new key hiding place, takeout date or cancellation. You must receive confirmation that the information was received from the office before you launch. There is no cell service at many of the launches, including Ruby Ranch, Potash and Mineral Bottom.

MUDDY ROAD GAME PLAN:The shuttle for Labyrinth entails two long stretches of dirt roads. In addition to the toll they can take on tires and trailers, both can be impassable when wet or worse, can completely wash out. There is usually a window in which we can move the vehicles but twice in 27 years we haven't been able to get a vehicle down the Mineral bottom grade due to circumstances beyond our control. If your car isn't there when you arrive, please be patient, barring any significant weather event we will get your car to Mineral no later than 1:00 on your last day. If, however, there has been a significant amount of rain during your trip and you find your car isn't at the boat ramp, we didn't forget it, it will be at the top of the grade which is about 3 miles from the ramp. Most of the time, you will probably be able to get a ride up. I will try everything in my capabilities to get your vehicle there but sometimes Mother Nature is just too bratty.

Labyrinth Canyon

THE GREEN RIVER