ATV Riding in Woodland Park: Drive Pike National Forest

Drive rocky trails and creek crossings, then watch the sunset from Cedar Mountain

A 2-hour guided ATV activity in Woodland Park, Colorado, where you operate your own UTV through Pike National Forest while searching for deer, elk and moose. The ride includes creek crossings, rocky mountain trails, and a stop at a Pikes Peak vista point for group photos in golden light. A professional guide leads the group. You can also ride as a passenger if you prefer. Minimum 2 participants per vehicle. Children from age 4 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset Wildlife UTV Tour

• Travel through mountain community
• See turkey tail rock formation
• Drive UTV in Pike National Forest
• Stop at Cedar Mountain overlook
• Take group photos at Pikes Peak vista
• Enjoy sunset overlook
• Receive custom video of tour

The experience

Two hours means you're on the trails from the trailhead outside Woodland Park straight through to the sunset stop: no long drive to get there. You'll operate the UTV yourself through Pike National Forest, splashing across creek crossings and climbing rocky terrain past rock formations shaped like turkey tail feathers. The guide handles navigation and wildlife spotting while you focus on the driving. If you'd rather ride along, that option is there too.

The route climbs Cedar Mountain, where views open to the Tarryall Mountains and Platte River Canyon to the west. The final stop is a Pikes Peak vista point where the group gathers for photos as the light turns golden: the guide captures a custom video of the day that you take home. Helmets and goggles are provided. The UTV comes with gas and a damage waiver that covers accidental impacts, so you're not paying extra if something happens on the trail.

Bring a valid driver's license and arrive ready to drive. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy, but it suits all fitness levels otherwise. A credit or debit card will be held on file for any incidentals when you arrive, or you can call ahead to set that up.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English or Spanish.
• UTV with gas.
• helmet and goggles.
• creek crossings and rocky trail access through Pike National Forest.
• group photos at the Pikes Peak vista point.
• custom video of your ride.
• vehicle cleaning.
• accidental damage waiver protection.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except WednesdayDepartures at 15:00, 15:30 and 16:30Last departure this season: 3 Jan 2027

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (4 to 17 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 50

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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

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 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessiblePets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Great Outdoors Adventures

Is this one for you?The trailhead is in Woodland Park, so you start from the town itself without a long transfer: ideal if you're staying in the area or arrived without a rental car. The guide handles the route and wildlife spotting while you focus on driving, which settles the navigation for someone new to the terrain.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (4 to 17 years). Children under 4 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.

Can I ride as a passenger instead of driving the UTV myself?

Yes. You can ride with your guide if you prefer not to operate the vehicle, and the experience covers the same route and stops.

What wildlife might we see on the trails?

Pike National Forest is home to deer, elk, and moose. The guide will search for them along the route, though sightings are not guaranteed.

What's included in the 2-hour ride?

The UTV, gas, helmet and goggles, a professional guide, the creek crossings and trail route, group photos at the Pikes Peak overlook, and a custom video of the day are all included. Cleaning is provided after.

How many people can ride in one UTV?

One UTV seats two people, and a minimum of 2 participants is required per vehicle. Groups of 4 or more can contact the operator for group discounts.

What happens if I damage the UTV?

Great Outdoors Adventures provides accidental damage waiver protection as part of the booking, so minor impacts on the trail are covered at no extra cost.