ATV Riding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes: UTV & Sandboarding

Two hours of dunes, slot canyons and sand sledding in one trip

ATV riding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park pairs UTV operation through the park's iconic dunes with a walk through Coral Pink Slot Canyon and sandboarding down Star Dune. The activity lasts around two hours and includes a live guide, UTVs, sandboards and bottled water. Riders must be 21 or older with a valid license; solo travelers ride with the guide. The experience suits most ages and fitness levels, though it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal injuries.

The Experience

You start by riding UTVs straight into the dunes, moving through the landscape under your own control rather than watching from a passenger seat. The route includes a quick stop for a possible sighting of the "Sandsquatch" Bigfoot, then climbs to a bluff with views across the park before heading toward Coral Pink Slot Canyon on foot. That walk takes about five minutes to reach the canyon entrance.

The slot canyon itself—locals call it "Big Foot's Hideout"—is a two-part passage you walk through for roughly twenty minutes. It is moderately sized, so the terrain is manageable for most people, and the canyon walls create the kind of narrow, layered rock formation that makes slot canyons distinctive. After you exit, you ride back out to Star Dune, one of the largest in the park, where you finish by sandboarding or sledding down the face of it. You can stand or sit on the sleds, so the descent works for different comfort levels.

The whole outing runs about two hours from start to finish. Bring a valid driver's license if you're 21 or older—that's the requirement to operate a UTV. If you're traveling alone, you'll ride with the guide rather than solo. The operator runs multiple departures daily, so arriving on time matters; more than fifteen minutes late and the group leaves without you. Note that the area operates on Mountain Time, which is an hour ahead of Las Vegas and Arizona.

What’s included

• UTV rental and operation.
• sandboards or sleds for the descent.
• bottled water.
• live guide in English.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

Operated by ROAM - East Zion

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to operate the vehicle yourself rather than ride as a passenger, and if you're comfortable with a mixed activity that combines driving, walking and sandboarding all in one morning. The two-hour window works well for travelers who want adventure without committing a full day.

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Top questions

Do I need a driver's license to ride a UTV at Coral Pink Sand Dunes?

Yes, you must be 21 or older and carry a valid driver's license to operate a UTV. Solo travelers ride alongside the guide rather than driving independently.

What is the Coral Pink Slot Canyon walk like?

Coral Pink Slot Canyon, known locally as "Big Foot's Hideout," is a moderately sized two-part slot canyon you walk through for about twenty minutes. The walk from the bluff to the canyon entrance takes roughly five minutes on foot.

Can I sandboard if I've never done it before?

Yes—sandboarding at Star Dune is designed for most ages and abilities. You can stand or sit on the sleds, so you choose the style that feels right for you.

How long does the whole activity take?

The experience runs about two hours total, including UTV riding through the dunes, the slot canyon walk, and sandboarding down Star Dune.

What time zone is Coral Pink Sand Dunes on?

Coral Pink Sand Dunes operates on Mountain Time, which is one hour ahead of Las Vegas and Arizona. Arriving on time is important since the operator runs multiple departures daily.