Moab: Hell's Revenge 4x4 Family Tour with Dinosaur Tracks

Summary

Ride giant tires over slickrock to dinosaur prints with family fun

You’ll grip your seat as The Beast climbs Moab’s famous Hell’s Revenge trail, laugh with your family at every wild turn, touch real dinosaur tracks under open sky, and get photos snapped by your local guide—all with snacks, water, and pickup included. It’s part thrill ride, part time travel—and somehow still feels safe enough for everyone.

What’s the experience like?

I never thought I’d hear my kids giggling while hanging off the edge of something called “Hell’s Revenge,” but that’s Moab for you. We rolled up early (a little nervous, honestly) and there it was—the “Beast”—all huge tires and impossible angles. Our guide, Jake, grinned like this was just another Tuesday. He tossed us water bottles and told us not to worry about the seatbelts—they’re strong. I could smell dust and sagebrush before we even started.

The first climb was pure madness—straight up slickrock that looked more like a wall than a trail. The Beast just crawled right up while Jake cracked jokes about his grandma driving faster. At one point he stopped so we could look out over the Colorado River—just blue ribbon way down below—and the air felt sharper up there, cooler than I expected. My youngest kept pointing at lizards darting between rocks; I was mostly trying not to think about how high we were.

We bumped along until Jake suddenly pulled over by some shallow depressions in the rock. Real dinosaur tracks, he said—190 million years old. He let us hop out and touch them (they’re weirdly shallow, almost soft-looking). My daughter tried to fit her foot inside one and laughed when it barely covered her toes. That moment stuck with me more than the crazy driving—just standing there thinking about all the time that’s passed since those prints were made.

Jake took a bunch of photos for us (he actually got everyone smiling at once, which is rare), then we piled back in for more twists and drops. There were snacks somewhere in there—granola bars maybe? Honestly, my hands were shaking too much from adrenaline to remember exactly what I ate. By the end, we were dusty and tired but kind of giddy. If you’re looking for a day trip from Moab that your kids will talk about for weeks—and you’ll probably brag about too—this 4x4 tour is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Family 4x4 tour on Hell's Revenge Trail

• Begin 2.5-hour "Beast" 4x4 tour
• Drive on Hell's Revenge Trail
• Navigate steep slickrock climbs
• Stop at Colorado River Overlook
• Visit real dinosaur tracks
• Take group and unique photos

Top questions

Is the Moab Hell's Revenge 4x4 family tour suitable for young children?

Yes, families of all age groups can join; infants can ride in a stroller or pram.

How long does the "Beast" 4x4 tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 2.5 hours.

Do you actually see dinosaur tracks on this day trip from Moab?

Yes, the tour stops so you can see and touch real dinosaur tracks left 190 million years ago.

Are snacks and drinks provided during the tour?

Bottled water and snacks are included in your tour.

Is hotel pickup included in this Moab 4x4 adventure?

The tour includes private transportation; pickup details may vary by booking.

Is the vehicle wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

What trail does this Moab family 4x4 tour use?

The route follows the world-famous Hell's Revenge Trail.

Will our guide take photos during the tour?

Your guide will take group pictures throughout the experience.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation on The Beast with front and rear steering over Hell’s Revenge Trail, all entrance fees and land use costs covered, bottled water and snacks along the way, plus plenty of group photos taken by your friendly local guide before returning to town together.