
After leaving the main trail, going clockwise around the loop.

Overlooking the descent into the Upheaval Dome. That wide canyon in the center is where you'll end up.

Working down the cliff face on switchbacks.

We entered the canyon, headed generally northwest.

Continuing through the canyon.



After getting to a junction that leads into the Upheaval Dome, which you can do (we had no time), continue around the loop by going up some stairs to bypass a dryfall.

The view from the top of the stairs.

A wide open section with towering formations.

The trail leads to that canyon.

Looking back across the open grassy area.

Headed into the steep section that requires some scrambling, which leads to the mouth of the canyon that will be the ascent.

Class 2 scrambling up the canyon, with gorgeous views.

Toward the top of the canyon.

Dan posing as a wannabe cowboy.

Pretty slickrock within the drainage after the scramble.


The trail takes you through a canyon with pretty greenery and towering walls.



The canyon gets a little more rugged, but has a well-marked trail.

After exiting the canyon, the trail does become a little less obvious.

The Syncline Loop doesn't always follow washes, making it a bit difficult to stay on at times.


Looking back down the drainage.
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