Outdoor Activities in Utah

Hit the dusty trail on a 4x4 tour of Canyonlands National Park. Expert guides will take you to see the highlights of Utah's Chesler Park such as Elephant Hill, Devil's Lane, and Devil's Kitchen. There's also the option to take a 3-mile (4.8-km) hike on the spectacularly scenic Joint Trail. This full-day adventure is the perfect way to experience Utah's backcountry away from the crowds.

The red rock formations of southern Utah are a climber's paradise. Once experienced, they come back again and again. Explore the nooks and crannies of this spectacular landscape and catch that climbing bug that will have you jonesing for more as you learn techniques and work as a team to discover your body's full potential. 

Fix your attention on the rugged beauty of Arches National Park and Canyonlands National Park in Moab while enjoying views from the comfort of a climate-controlled Jeep. Taking a tour means you'll spend less time navigating and more time focusing on the scenery, without the hassle of car hire. Listen as your guide provides fascinating information about the geology, botany, and archaeology of the area.

Go off-roading by 4-wheel drive (4WD) deep into Canyonlands National Park via the White Rim Road, a scenic route of switchbacks and red rock formations. This full-day tour with an expert guide includes popular spots such as Island in the Sky, Gooseneck overlook, Musselman Arch, Lathrop Canyon and the Shafer Trail leading to the Colorado River. Take short optional guided hikes that lead to hidden passages, secret canyons and the caves of Canyonlands. Buffet lunch and round-trip transport from Moab included.

Accessible only on Navajo-led tours, Mystery Valley is less frequented than its counterpart of Monument Valley, but offers just as many rock formations and desert vistas. Discover the mysteries behind ancient Anasazi dwellings, petroglyphs, and all manner of buttes and arches on this 3.5-hour tour, fully narrated by your guide.

Explore the magnificent formations of Monument Valley with a local Navajo guide. You'll travel by open-air vehicle through this iconic landscape along backcountry routes and restricted areas. The 2.5-hour excursion covers sites such as the Mitten Buttes, John Ford's Point, Yeibichai, Three Sisters Spires and Elephant Butte. Opt for a 3.5-hour tour to visit a traditional hogan and listen to a Navajo musical performance.

Ride into the sunset on a 2.5-hour UTV tour over the slickrock landscapes of Hell's Revenge. Drive your own 4WD utility-task vehicle or ride with a guide. Either way, you won't miss the rock-crawling excitement of Moab's most sought-after off-road destination. Bump along the Devil's Backbone and other sandstone domes and steep ledges. You're guaranteed great photo ops!

See the sites of Lower Monument Valley that even tour guides can't get enough of on this 3-hour sunrise or sunset excursion. Guides custom create itineraries that feature their favorite points in the valley in addition to must-see formations, transporting you in an all-terrain vehicle to sites far off the beaten path.

Roam over the sandstone domes and slickrock ledges of Hell's Revenge near Moab on this off-road adventure by UTV (utility terrain vehicle). You will follow an experienced guide while you drive your own 4-passenger Kawasaki Teryx 4. Navigate the difficult terrain, full of steep climbs and descents. You're treated to views of the La Sal Mountains, the Colorado River and the sandstone cliffs of Negro Bill Canyon. Travel in a small group of up to four vehicles on a 2.5-hour morning, afternoon or sunset tour.

- Ride with your guide or go it alone on this exciting UTV tour through Moab's most enticing off-road destination: Hell's Revenge! Enjoy a true rock-crawling trail and some spectacular scenery as you surrender to the power of your vehicle! Small group size makes for a truly personalized adventure where no one misses a bit of the stunning desert landscape.

Explore Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park on this 2.5-hour tour that introduces you to Monument Valley's major scenic attractions. During the 28-mile (45-km) journey, you'll also see backcountry monuments, which include arches and ancient petroglyphs from the Anasazi people. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

This outdoor adventure combo from Moab takes you off-roading through Canyonlands National Park, followed by a guided rafting trip on the Colorado River. Your guide introduces you to the scenic natural wonders of Canyonlands' Island in the Sky by 4-wheel drive (4WD), including sections of the Shafer Trail and White Rim Road. Enjoy a buffet lunch before an afternoon rafting the white-water rapids of the mighty river. Admire deep canyons, ancient rock art, fossils and natural stone arches on this day trip, great for all ages.

Experience the natural wonders of Utah firsthand with a 4-hour canyoneering adventure in Goblin Valley State Park. After a basic skills session it's time to enter the 'Chamber of the Basilisk.'  Rappel down a narrow fissure on a technical route that rewards with stunning underground views. In fact, the beauty of this massive chamber is often compared to that of a gothic church. Spend ample time climbing and wandering within the canyon for even more magical angles, then begin your journey back out into Utah's vast open space.

On this half-day 4WD adventure from Moab, explore the rugged, red stone interior of Canyonlands National Park, where you'll experience the beauty of the Island in the Sky district and the stunning Gooseneck Overlook. Your professional guide will navigate your vehicle down the switchbacks of White Rim Road, where you will not only see the remains of ancient Pueblo civilizations, but also admire the canyon walls that drop 1,000 feet (300m) down. It's an easy drive from Moab to Canyonlands, and the views of the meandering Colorado River help cap off this Utah adventure.