Trachyotomy

Shortly after the rappel, there is a very challenging section of narrows, aptly named the "Witches Cauldron." The canyon drops quickly into a couple of potholes, that can be in a keeper condition. Immediately following the potholes, there is a super tight section of high stemming, before the slots final release. Be prepared to swim. I put my camera away here, but Eric put together this nice video showing the place.

After the rappel, the canyon gets super skinny, and dark. Everyone has to stem a section of about 60 feet. Very narrow, very strenuous, but very short.

The glow of the exit beckons Nick downward. Very fun and challenging downclimb leads to the exit room, which is simply stunning. Definitely worth the hype.

Going deeper into the exit crack.

Loving this canyon.

More of the same.

The final exit from Trachyotomy. The low angle of the winter sun makes this a gorgeous canyon this time of year. One of the more scenic spots in the North Wash.

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