Forbidding Canyon

Forbidding Canyon leaves the main channel at about mile 49-50, roughly halfway between Wahweap and Bullfrog. A short way in, Bridge Canyon branches off to Rainbow Bridge National Monument, where boats tie up at the courtesy dock. The main Forbidding Canyon continues south toward Navajo Mountain onto Navajo Nation land. The canyon is narrow and busy with tour and private boats, so go slowly.

Good for

Natural AttractionsCanyonRock FormationScenic View/Overlook

Elevation

3,783 ft (1,153 m)

Updated

10/31/2026