ATV Riding near Torrey: Hell's Hole & Velvet Ridge

Technical terrain and short hikes off the machines make this the most challenging ride in the area.

Private UTV riding near Torrey, Utah combines Hell's Hole and part of the Velvet Ridge route, where you drive your own machine through red rock scenery just outside Capitol Reef National Park. The 3-4 hour excursion starts in Torrey, moves quickly onto the Great Western Trail, and requires moderate to advanced riding skill. Technical driving is necessary and the operator recommends a different tour if you're not confident in rough terrain. A guide, helmet, snacks and water are included. Bring your own sunglasses or rent goggles at checkout.

The experience

You drive your own UTV through some of the most technical terrain in the region. The route takes you from Torrey into red rock canyons that sit just outside the border of Capitol Reef National Park, then onto part of the Great Western Trail. This is not a scenic cruise: the operator calls it their most challenging ride, and the terrain demands active control of the machine. If you've ridden before and want to test your skills on genuine offroad conditions, this is the one.

The 3-4 hour excursion breaks up the driving with short hikes off the machines, so you're not sitting the entire time. You'll see the red rock scenery up close and on foot, which changes how the landscape reads. A guide leads the group, and the operator provides the helmet, snacks and bulk water (bring a container to refill). The pace is set by the terrain and the group's riding level, not by a fixed schedule.

What’s included

• The ride includes your own UTV machine, a live guide in English, helmet, snacks and bulk water.
• you can bring your own sunglasses or choose to rent goggles at checkout.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 13:00 and 17:00

Book up to6h before

AgesAdult (8 and older) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

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

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Capitol Reef Outfitters

Is this one for you?The 3-4 hour time frame leaves room for breakfast before you start or a late lunch after you finish, but not both in the same morning or afternoon. Book this if you want the most technical terrain the area offers and you're comfortable with active machine control on rough ground. If you prefer scenic riding with easier terrain, the operator has other tours suited to that.

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Top questions

What kind of riding experience do I need before booking this ATV ride?

The operator requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness and states that technical driving is necessary. They recommend a different tour if you're not confident in rough terrain. Prior ATV experience helps, though the guide will brief you on the machine before you start.

How much of the 3-4 hours is actual riding versus hiking?

The itinerary doesn't break down the split, but the description mentions "spectacular short hikes off the machines," so you'll spend most of the time riding and pause for walking sections to explore the canyons on foot.

Does the ride go through Capitol Reef National Park itself?

No, you drive through red rock scenery just outside the border of Capitol Reef National Park. The route includes part of the Great Western Trail and the Hell's Hole and Velvet Ridge sections, all in the Torrey area.

What's included in the price, and what do I need to bring?

The operator provides the UTV, helmet, snacks and bulk water. You need to bring your own sunglasses or rent goggles at checkout. Lunch is not included, so plan accordingly if the ride falls over a mealtime.