Please note that you need a permit in order to overnight in Paria Canyon. This is the first designated backcountry campsite available if you're hiking via Buckskin Gulch. There is no camping allowed in the slot canyon. You must first reach the confluence before setting-up camp. Also note there are NO facilities and you must pack out everything including human waste. 

There are a few ways to reach this backcountry spot. The first would be from the White House trailhead. This is the shortest and easiest route. The second is from Wire Pass trailhead while picks up Buckskin Gulch a couple miles in (completing 11.5 miles of Buckskin, 13 miles total). The last is from Buckskin Gulch trailhead (taking on the entire 15-16 miles of Buckskin). We hiked this in June and the slot canyon was completely dry. We each carried 2 gallons of water per person to be absolutely safe (per the advice of the Ranger). 

Closer to the confluence we saw water on the ground and the hiking got mucky. After reaching the confluence, we noticed several campsites set up and occupied by other backpackers. We set-up at the first spot we saw. Access and finding a flat spot for our tents was easy. There are pests, so you will want to protect your food in your tent. 

At this point, depending on flow, water can possibly be collected and filtered from the Paria River. You may also want to treat the water depending on advice from the Contact Station. 

This is a long and difficult hike from any trailhead, but take special precaution if going through Buckskin as there is no signal and PLBs have difficulty transmitting anything at all. 

The reward of the beauty and solitude of this hike is well worth the effort. Be prepared and it's a beautiful journey!