Moab: Poison Spider U-Drive 4x4 Tour & Dinosaur Tracks

Moab’s Poison Spider Trail by UTV with wild ledges and old dino prints

You’ll drive your own UTV along Moab’s Poison Spider Trail, feeling every bump and breeze as you tackle rocky climbs and spot ancient dinosaur tracks. With a local guide leading the way, helmet and goggles on, you’ll taste dust in your teeth and see wild mesa views most folks only dream about.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Poison Spider Trail 4X4 Adventure

• Arrive at Poison Spider Mesa
• Drive steep rocky switchbacks
• Navigate tall ledges
• Enjoy high-speed trail sections
• See natural arches and views
• Explore scenic Moab valley

The Experience

I’d barely clipped my helmet when the air hit me—dry, sharp, kind of like opening a bag of red clay. Our guide, Mike (he grew up here), just grinned at my nerves. The UTV looked way meaner than I expected. We set off from Moab and right away, you could hear the tires crunching over loose rock, echoing off the mesa walls. There’s this moment where you realize you’re driving yourself on the Poison Spider Trail—no one’s holding your hand—and it’s both thrilling and a little bit nuts.

The first switchbacks are steeper than they look in photos. I stalled once (don’t judge), but Mike radioed back with a quick tip—something about feathering the throttle—and we got moving again. The sun was already high, baking everything except these weird patches of shade under the ledges. At one stop, he pointed out some dinosaur tracks pressed deep into the stone. I tried to imagine what kind of creature left them here ages ago while sipping from my Moab Tour Company water bottle—water never tasted so good.

We bounced past arches and these tall ledges that made my teeth clack together. Sometimes you’d catch a glimpse of the Colorado River below, just flashing silver through all that red rock. My hands were shaking by the time we hit one of those high-speed stretches—I laughed out loud for no reason except pure adrenaline. Mike told us stories about local legends and how his uncle used to ride dirt bikes here before anyone cared about rules. I still think about that view from the top; it didn’t feel real at all.

Top questions

Is the Poison Spider U-Drive 4x4 tour suitable for beginners?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels but may not be recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or certain health conditions.

Are helmets and goggles provided on this Moab UTV tour?

Yes, helmets and goggles are included for all participants.

How many people can ride in each UTV?

You can choose between 2, 4, or 6 seat options for your UTV.

Is water provided during the Poison Spider Trail tour?

Yes, you’ll get a Moab Tour Company water bottle with water included.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Service animals are allowed on this tour.

Can pregnant travelers join the Poison Spider U-Drive tour?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Will we see dinosaur tracks on this trail?

Yes, there are stops along the trail where you can see real dinosaur tracks pressed into stone.

What’s included

Your day includes a top-of-the-line UTV (in your choice of 2, 4 or 6 seats), helmet and goggles for safety, plus a reusable Moab Tour Company water bottle filled with cold water—all led by a local guide who knows every twist of Poison Spider Mesa.