Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon: UTV Ride & Guided Hike

Summary

Red rocks, winding slot canyon paths, and a wild ride out from Kanab

You’ll ride out from Kanab on a guided UTV adventure across wild backcountry trails before stepping into the winding silence of Peekaboo Slot Canyon. Expect laughter with your local guide, cool stone walls brushing your fingers, and sunlight slicing down between towering red rock walls — plus bottled water to keep you going.

What’s the experience like?

You’re just there — dust in your teeth, wind rushing past as the UTV jolts along these backcountry trails outside Kanab. Our guide, Jamie, grinned every time we hit a bump (I think he was showing off), and the way the red rocks glowed in that early light made me forget how nervous I’d been about the ride. It’s louder than I expected, but not in a bad way — more like you can feel the place in your chest. I caught a whiff of juniper when we stopped for water, sharp and sweet against all that sunbaked stone.

We pulled up at Peekaboo Slot Canyon’s mouth — it doesn’t look like much from outside, honestly. But then you step in, and it gets quiet fast. The walls shoot up on both sides, close enough that you brush them sometimes (they’re cool and gritty under your hand). Jamie pointed out some old markings — petroglyphs? — and told us stories about the people who used to pass through here. I tried to imagine walking this route without a trail or guide. Kind of humbling.

The hike itself is easy, more like wandering than trekking. Sunlight slices down in weird angles so sometimes you’re blinking into brightness, sometimes it’s almost chilly in the shade. We laughed when my friend tried to take a panorama photo but ended up with her own shoe three times in the shot. There’s something about being surrounded by those 100-foot walls that makes even grown-ups whisper for no reason. I still think about how small I felt — but not in a bad way.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — UTV ride and slot canyon hike

• Ride UTV through Zion backcountry
• View Grand Staircase scenery
• Arrive at Peekaboo Slot Canyon base
• Hike through 200 ft tall canyon walls

Top questions

How long does the Peekaboo Slot Canyon tour take?

The exact duration isn’t listed, but tours run multiple times per day so plan for a half-day adventure including UTV ride and hike.

Is transportation included from Kanab?

The tour includes pickup at the meeting point before heading out by UTV toward Peekaboo Slot Canyon.

What should I bring on the slot canyon hike?

Bottled water is provided; wear comfortable shoes and dress for sun exposure as most of the area is open desert terrain.

Is this tour suitable for young kids or older adults?

The walk through Peekaboo Slot Canyon is easy and suitable for most ages; however, travelers should have moderate fitness due to bumpy UTV rides.

Are pets allowed on this tour?

Service animals are allowed on this adventure.

Can pregnant travelers join this trip?

This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to rough terrain during the UTV portion.

What if I’m running late for my booking?

If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, the group will leave without you due to tight scheduling of multiple daily tours.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup at the meeting point in Kanab, all guided UTV transport across backcountry trails to Peekaboo Slot Canyon, an easy guided hike through towering red rock walls with stories from your local guide along the way, plus bottled water throughout your adventure before returning to town together.