Blarney Canyon 3AI, North Wash, Utah

North Wash is a micro-mesa of beautiful sandstone canyons tucked into Navajo sandstone — over 10 routes accessible by all cars in most conditions. This morning we selected Blarney Canyon. We hiked up to the ridge and around to the proper canyon to ensure we didn't go down the wrong drainage and end up in a less than favorable situation.

Once in Blarney Canyon I was surprised to see how narrow and scenic it was. One section had beautifully fluted walls with an array of pink to violet color illuminating the walls — a stunning piece of desert sandstone. It's also nice to be able to loop back up and around to other canyons right as you exit. We went to Shillelagh Canyon right afterwards.