ATV riding Bryce Canyon: Sunset, stars and s'mores
You drive the UTV yourself across the trails, or ride with a guide if you prefer.
A 2.5-hour UTV adventure in Bryce Canyon National Park where you ride scenic desert trails to the Grand to Bryce Overlook, watch the sunset from a campfire, and stargaze under pristine dark skies with s'mores included. Groups stay under 25 riders. You can drive yourself or ride with a guide, and a knowledgeable guide provides insights into the park's ecology and history throughout the evening.
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Step-by-step itinerary
UTV ride, sunset, and stargazing
- Begin UTV ride near Bryce Canyon
- Drive scenic desert trails
- Arrive at Grand to Bryce Overlook
- Watch sunset over canyon
- Light campfire and roast s'mores
- Stargaze under dark night sky
The experience
The ride starts just outside Bryce Canyon National Park on scenic desert trails that lead to the Grand to Bryce Overlook. You have the choice to operate the UTV yourself or ride along with a guide: either way, the journey is designed to be exciting yet manageable. The trails take you through the rugged landscape at your own pace, building toward the overlook where the real experience unfolds.
At the overlook, a campfire crackles to life as the sun drops below the horizon. You roast s'mores while the sky shifts through shades of orange and purple, then deepens into night. This region sits far from city lights and is recognized worldwide for its dark skies. On clear nights, the Milky Way stretches overhead in striking detail, individual constellations stand out sharply, and shooting stars are often visible. The guide shares insights about the park's ecology and history as the stars emerge, turning the evening into both adventure and education. Bottled water is provided throughout.
The whole experience runs 2.5 hours from start to finish. Groups stay under 25 riders, which keeps the overlook from feeling crowded even as everyone gathers around the fire. You must be at least 21 with a valid driver's license if you want to operate the UTV yourself. If you prefer to ride, that restriction does not apply.
What’s included
- UTV ride with your choice to drive or ride with a guide.
- s'mores kits and bottled water.
- knowledgeable guide with insights into the park's ecology and history.
- access to the Grand to Bryce Overlook for sunset and stargazing.
Before you book
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Operated by ROAM Outdoor Adventure Co
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you'll follow the commentary about the park's ecology and history comfortably. Choose to drive yourself if you want hands-on control of the UTV across the trails, or ride with the guide if you'd rather relax and take in the scenery on the way to the overlook.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
Can I drive the UTV myself, or do I have to ride with a guide?
You choose: the tour offers options to drive yourself or ride with a guide. Either way, you're part of the same group heading to the overlook.
What exactly is the Grand to Bryce Overlook?
The Grand to Bryce Overlook is a scenic viewpoint on the edge of Bryce Canyon where the tour stops to watch the sunset and stargaze. It's the destination the trails lead to, and it's where the campfire and s'mores happen.
How dark are the skies, and what will I actually see?
The region is recognized worldwide for pristine dark skies, far from city lights. On clear nights, the Milky Way stretches overhead in striking detail, individual constellations shine clearly, and shooting stars are often visible, though what you see depends on cloud cover and the season.
What's included in the price?
The tour includes the UTV ride, s'mores kits, bottled water, and a knowledgeable guide who shares insights about the park's ecology and history.
Do I need any experience to ride a UTV?
No prior experience is required. The trails are described as exciting yet easy, and suitable for all physical fitness levels. You do need to be at least 21 with a valid driver's license if you want to operate the UTV yourself.
How many people go on this tour?
Groups stay under 25 riders, so the overlook doesn't feel crowded when everyone gathers for sunset and stargazing.
ATV riding Bryce Canyon: Sunset, stars and s'mores
2h 30m · EN
from US$ 149 per person
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