ATV Riding in Moab: Guided UTV Trails with Expert Instruction

Get behind the wheel on Moab's toughest terrain, not watching from a passenger seat.

ATV riding in Moab puts you in control of your own UTV on the Slickrock Trails near Sand Flats Recreation Area, with an expert guide leading the route and managing safety. You'll climb steep hills, navigate rocky outcroppings, and see the La Sal Mountains throughout the ride. The experience runs 2.5 hours and includes the UTV, helmet, water, and trailside snacks.

Step-by-step itinerary

UTV tour through Moab trails

• Drive through downtown Moab
• Pass by Sand Flats Recreation Area
• Drive on Slickrock Trails
• View La Sal Mountains scenery

The experience

You arrive in Moab with a free afternoon and want something more than a scenic drive. This is the difference: you're operating the UTV yourself, not riding along. The guide leads the route and handles navigation, but you're the one making the machine respond to the terrain. The ride starts by passing through downtown Moab and the Sand Flats Recreation Area on the way to the trailhead, so you see the town and the camping spots before the trails begin.

Once on the Slickrock Trails (either Hell's Revenge or Fin's and Things), you're climbing steep hills and working through rocky sections. The La Sal Mountains stay visible the entire time, giving you a consistent landmark and a backdrop for photos. The guide knows the best routes and the scenic stops. Your job is to handle the machine through whatever the trail throws at you. It's physical in the sense that you're concentrating and reacting constantly, not in the sense that you're hiking or carrying weight.

The UTV is well-maintained and designed for off-road work, so it responds predictably even on rough ground. You get a helmet, bottled water for the whole trip, and snacks when the group stops. The 2.5-hour window means you're not committing your whole day, and the guide keeps the pace moving without rushing the experience.

What’s included

• UTV and helmet for the entire ride.
• bottled water throughout the trip.
• a variety of snacks at the trailside stop.
• expert guide leading the route and managing safety on the Slickrock Trails.

Information

Lasts 2h 30m, from US$ 137 per person, with a live guide in English and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 29 Mar 202711 departing soon ›

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by New Canyonlands By Night

Is this one for you?The ride demands your full attention and physical engagement for 2.5 hours straight (you're operating the machine, not observing), so it suits someone who wants to be active and in control, not someone looking for a relaxed scenic experience.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

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.

What's the difference between Hell's Revenge and Fin's and Things trails in Moab?

Both trails are located in the Sand Flats Recreation Area near Moab and feature the rocky, steep terrain the region is known for. The guide chooses the route based on conditions and group ability, so you'll experience Slickrock riding either way.

Can I do this ATV riding if I've never driven off-road before?

Yes. The guide is there to lead the route and keep you safe, and the UTV is designed to handle the terrain. Children from age 5 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels.

What do I see during the 2.5 hours on the trail?

You'll see the La Sal Mountains throughout the ride, the Sand Flats Recreation Area with its campsites, and the rocky outcroppings and steep sections of the Slickrock Trails themselves. The guide stops at scenic spots so you can take photos and catch your breath.

What happens if I'm not comfortable with a steep section?

The guide leads the route and knows the terrain. They'll keep you safe and push you to your limits at the same time, meaning they adjust the pace and the line choices to match the group's ability.

Is there anything I need to bring or wear?

Bring water and sunscreen. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dusty. The operator provides the helmet, and water and snacks are included during the ride.