Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida
The Forat de Bóixols canyon is a short, aquatic route with 5 rappels, the longest being 12m, and several slides and jumps into pools. The approach from Bóixols village takes 10 minutes, following signs and then descending to the riverbed. The descent features a 5m rappel that can be jumped after a downclimb, and another 4m drop that is often downclimbed due to shallow water. Anchors are parabolts with rings. The canyon is very slippery in places. A 30m rope and full wetsuit are recommended. The return walk takes 40 minutes. There are escape routes available. The canyon is suitable for beginners and children over 12.
The facts
- Grade
- v3-a3-III
- Course length
- 675 m
- Vertical drop
- 90 m
- Country
- Spain
- Approach
- 10 min
- In the canyon
- 120 min
- Walk out
- 40 min
- Total
- 170 min
Photos
Photos by Photo © RocJumper
Frequently asked
How hard is Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida?
Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida is graded v3-a3-III. The v is the vertical difficulty, the a is how demanding the water is, and the roman numeral is how committing the canyon is once you start.
Where is Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida?
Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida is in Spain. The coordinates above open the exact spot on a map.
How long does Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida take?
About 170 min in total, counting the approach, the canyon itself and the walk back out. Water levels and the size of your group move that either way.
Can I log that I descended Barranc Forat de Bóixols Bóixols, Lleida?
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