Mohave Desert Private UTV Tour & Mountain Views

Summary

Off-Road Adventure Near Las Vegas with Local Guide

You’ll drive your own UTV through Nevada’s Mohave Desert with a local guide, explore abandoned mines near Katherine Mine, and climb up rugged mountain trails for views over an untouched lake. With free photos included and plenty of laughs along the way, it’s an off-road day trip from Vegas you’ll remember long after you shake out the dust.

What’s the experience like?

“You see that ridge? Most folks never make it up there,” our guide, Mike, grinned as he handed us helmets that still smelled faintly of dust and sunscreen. I’d barely finished my coffee when we pulled up to the edge of the Mohave Desert — it’s only about an hour from Las Vegas, but honestly, it felt like another planet. The air was dry and sharp, and you could hear this weird hush between gusts of wind. We got a quick rundown on the UTVs (they’re 1000cc — way more power than I expected) and then Mike just said, “Go at your own pace. It’s your day.” That stuck with me.

I’d never driven anything like this before. The first few minutes were bumpy — literally — but after a while, steering through those rocky trails started to feel almost natural. My friend tried to take a selfie and nearly lost her hat; we laughed so hard we had to stop for a second. There were these old mine shafts around Katherine Mine that Mike pointed out — he told us stories about miners who used to live out here, which made the whole place feel less empty somehow. Sometimes you’d catch a whiff of sagebrush or just hot metal from the engine cooling down when we stopped for water.

The climb up the mountain was wild — I kept thinking we’d have to turn back, but the UTV just kept going. At one point we hit over 4,500 feet (I checked my phone), and suddenly there was this view: desert stretching forever, with a lake glinting in the middle of nowhere. It didn’t look real. We sat there for a while not saying much; even Mike got quiet for once. He took photos for us (included in the tour), but honestly, I still think about that silence more than the pictures.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — UTV Off-Road Adventure

• Explore the Mohave Desert

Top questions

How long is the private UTV tour near Las Vegas?

The private UTV tour lasts about 3 hours of driving time in the Mohave Desert.

Can I drive my own UTV on this Mohave Desert tour?

Yes, each guest drives their own 1000cc UTV at their own comfortable speed during the tour.

Is pickup included for this off-road adventure?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; guests meet at the starting point near Las Vegas.

What is included in the private group UTV experience?

The experience includes 3 hours of driving your own UTV with a local guide and free photos taken throughout the day.

Are there age or license requirements to drive a UTV?

You must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license to drive; ages 12+ can ride as passengers.

How many people fit in each UTV?

The price is per person based on two people sharing one UTV; solo drivers must book two spots.

What should I bring for this Mohave Desert off-road tour?

Bring water, sun protection, closed-toe shoes, and your driver’s license if you plan to drive.

What’s included

Your day includes three hours of driving your own powerful 1000cc UTV through Nevada’s Mohave Desert with a local guide leading the way, stops at abandoned mines near Katherine Mine, free photos taken throughout by your guide so you don’t have to worry about your phone getting dusty — all set up privately for just your group before heading back toward Vegas.