Sand Hollow: UTV rental with 4 seats from St George

Summary

Self-guided ATV adventure in Sand Hollow State Park

Hop into a 4-person UTV and carve your own path through Sand Hollow’s wild dunes near St George. You’ll get local tips before heading out, pause for big views at Top of the World, and maybe cool off at Sand Hollow Reservoir — all with helmets and goggles included. It’s the kind of day you’ll remember long after you shake out the sand.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the sound — that low, eager rumble of the UTV as we buckled in, helmets a bit loose on my head (I have a small one, apparently). Our guide at the lot, Mike, handed us goggles and pointed out the best way to hit Sand Mountain without getting stuck. “Don’t floor it on the soft stuff,” he grinned. I nodded like I understood, but honestly, I was just hoping not to embarrass myself in front of my cousin and her kids.

We set off into the red sand outside St George, Utah — it’s wild how quickly you leave behind pavement and suddenly you’re bouncing over dunes with nothing but blue sky and that weird salty smell from the desert air. The UTV felt solid even when we hit some rough patches near Warner Valley. At one point we stopped at this overlook called Top of the World; wind whipping our faces, sand sneaking into my shoes. The view stretched forever — I tried to take a photo but it didn’t really capture it. There was this silence up there too, except for someone laughing somewhere down below.

I didn’t expect to get so dusty or to laugh so much trying to pronounce “Glitter Mountain” in my best Utah accent (which is not good). We made a detour to Sand Hollow Reservoir — water looked almost fake against all that red rock. The kids wanted to swim so we just let them jump in with their clothes on. No one cared about wet seats after that. It’s funny how quickly you stop worrying about little things out here.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Self-Guided ATV Adventure

• Pick up 4-person UTV rental
• Explore Sand Hollow State Park dunes
• Visit Top of the World viewpoint
• Ride Glitter Mountain and Sand Mountain
• See Warner Valley
• Swim at Sand Hollow Reservoir
• Swim at Quail Creek Reservoir

Top questions

How many people can ride in one UTV?

Each UTV rental seats up to 4 people for the same price.

Is there a guide or is it self-guided?

This is a self-guided ATV rental; staff will give you tips before you go.

Where does the ATV rental take place?

The ATV rentals are based near Sand Hollow State Park close to St George and Hurricane, Utah.

Are helmets and goggles provided?

Yes, helmets and goggles are included with your rental.

Can children or infants join the ride?

Infants and small children can ride using specialized infant seats or in a pram/stroller.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

What destinations can we visit during our ride?

You can explore places like Top of the World, Glitter Mountain, Sand Mountain, Warner Valley, and stop at Sand Hollow Reservoir or Quail Creek Reservoir.

Do we need any special fitness level?

This activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a new 4-person UTV side by side with helmets and goggles for everyone in your group; you’ll also get local advice on routes before setting off from St George toward Sand Hollow’s dunes — start whenever works for you and stop for swims or photos along the way.