Irresponsible Journalism

balzaccom
May 30, 2023
1 min read

SFGate ran this story about Tenaya Canyon, out hung it as a mystery spot with mysterious energy...

What they didn't say is that Tenaya Canyon is extremely dangerous, and should only be attempted late in the season during very low water--and only then by highly skilled people with the appropriate gear.

https://www.sfgate.com/california-parks/article/tenaya-canyon-in-yosemites-cursed-history-18121807.php

I hope to God no young adventurers try this in the next two months, as the canyon will be a slick bath tub with a roaring torrent at the bottom.

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