Rattlesnake Canyon Tour in Arizona: Scenic 60-Minute Hike

Walk into sculpted sandstone and watch light paint the canyon walls

Rattlesnake Canyon is a guided walking tour near Page, Arizona where you spend around 60 minutes on foot exploring textured sandstone formations and abstract rock shapes. The tour runs in your selected time slot with a live English-speaking guide. All fees and taxes are included. Children must be at least 8 years old, and you'll need moderate fitness for the terrain.

Step-by-step itinerary

Rattlesnake Canyon scenic tour

• Arrive 20 minutes early
• Wear mask throughout tour
• Travel to Rattlesnake Canyon
• Explore canyon for 60 minutes
• View sandstone and curves
• Enjoy changing sunlight colors
• Take abstract photography

The experience

The tour centers on Rattlesnake Canyon's layered sandstone and the way sunlight moves across its curves throughout the day. You'll walk the canyon floor for around 60 minutes, moving through formations that shift color with the seasons and the angle of light. The guide points out the best angles for scenic views and abstract photography, so bring a camera if that interests you. Masks are required inside the tour vehicle and throughout the canyon itself.

You arrive 20 minutes early to meet your live English-speaking guide and the group, which maxes out at 58 travelers. The tour operates in your selected time slot, so you pick the hour that fits your day. All fees and taxes are built into the price. The canyon's textured walls and curves are what make it worth the trip. This is not a drive-through stop but a walk into the rock itself.

What’s included

• Live English-speaking guide.
• all fees and taxes.
• around 60 minutes of canyon access in your selected time slot.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 16:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Adventurous Antelope Canyon Tours

Is this one for you?The tour departs from Page, Arizona and includes transport in the tour vehicle, so you don't need a car to reach Rattlesnake Canyon or navigate the terrain on your own. If you're staying in Page without a rental, this is how you get into the canyon and back.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 12 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Rattlesnake Canyon actually like to walk through?

Rattlesnake Canyon features textured sandstone with pronounced curves and layers that shift color as sunlight moves across them. You walk on the canyon floor surrounded by these formations, spending around 60 minutes exploring the shapes and angles that photographers and sightseers come for.

Do I need to be in good shape to do this tour?

The tour requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or pregnancy. Children must be at least 8 years old to join.

What time does the tour start and how do I book a slot?

You select your preferred time slot when you book. Arrive 20 minutes early to meet your guide and the group. Confirmation arrives within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.

What should I bring or wear for the canyon walk?

Bring a camera if you want to photograph the rock formations and light. Masks are required throughout the entire tour, both in the vehicle and inside the canyon. Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes suited to the season, as the canyon's exposure changes with the time of year.