ATV Riding in Moab: Poison Spider Trail
Take the wheel on steep rocky switchbacks and high-speed desert sections
ATV riding on the Poison Spider Trail in Moab puts you behind the wheel of a top-of-the-line UTV for four hours on a world-famous route known for steep rocky switchbacks, tall ledges, and high-speed sections. You choose a 2, 4, or 6-seat vehicle and operate it yourself across terrain bordered by the Colorado River. Goggles, helmet, water and a Moab Tour Company water bottle are included. Children from age 1 are welcome, and the activity suits all fitness levels.
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Poison Spider Trail 4X4 Adventure
- Drive Poison Spider Trail
- Experience steep rocky switchbacks
- Navigate tall ledges
- Enjoy high-speed sections
- See arches and scenic views
What’s included
- Goggles and helmet.
- a top-of-the-line UTV in your choice of 2, 4, or 6-seat configuration.
- Moab Tour Company water bottle and water refills throughout the four hours.
- Every day 09:30
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Drive your own UTV on Moab's Poison Spider Trail, a steep rocky route with switchbacks and high-speed sections along the Colorado River, complete with safety gear and water.
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The experience
You're driving, not riding along. The Poison Spider Trail sits on Poison Spider Mesa, bordered by the Colorado River on one side and the Moab valley on the other, and the route is built around what your hands and feet do with the controls: steep rocky switchbacks that demand precision, tall ledges that test your nerve, and open stretches where you can push the speed. A top-of-the-line UTV handles the terrain. You pick whether you want a 2-seat, 4-seat, or 6-seat model at checkout, so you can bring passengers or go solo.
The four-hour window gives you time to work through the technical sections and the faster runs without rushing. Goggles and a helmet come with the vehicle, and you'll get a water bottle and refills to stay hydrated in the desert heat. The trail's arches and views unfold as you navigate it, not as stops on someone else's schedule. The pace is yours.
Children from age 1 can come along, though the ride is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or during pregnancy. If you're bringing a car seat for a young child, bring your own.
Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 17 years).
What is the Poison Spider Trail actually like to drive?
The Poison Spider Trail is known for steep rocky switchbacks, tall ledges, high-speed sections, and arches. It sits on Poison Spider Mesa, bordered by the Colorado River and the Moab valley, so the scenery changes as you navigate the technical and faster stretches.
Do I operate the UTV myself, or does a guide drive?
You operate the UTV yourself for the full four hours. You choose a 2, 4, or 6-seat model at checkout, so you can drive solo or bring passengers with you.
What's included with the UTV rental?
Goggles, helmet, a Moab Tour Company water bottle, and water refills are included. You provide your own car seat if you're bringing a child under age 1.
How long does the Poison Spider Trail activity take?
The activity runs four hours, which covers the technical switchbacks, ledges, high-speed sections and the arches and views along the route without rushing.
Operated by Moab Tour Company. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
Prices and times updated 6 days ago
ATV Riding in Moab: Poison Spider Trail
4h
from US$ 249 per person
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