ATV Riding near Zion National Park: Red Rock Desert

Throttle across red rock terrain with a professional guide steering you through the landscape.

ATV riding near Zion National Park takes you across the red rock desert outside Sand Hollow State Park for 4 hours with a professional guide, helmet, gloves, goggles and protective gear included. Groups range from 2 to 10 riders, all skill levels welcome, and you must be at least 18 years old to operate an ATV. Arrive 30 minutes before departure. Cold water and light snacks are provided throughout the ride.

Step-by-step itinerary

ATV tour in Red Rock Desert

• Arrive at tour meeting point
• Receive equipment and guidance
• Ride Side by Side UTVs
• Explore Red Rock Desert landscape
• Enjoy scenic views near Zion National Park
• Complete 4-hour adventure rally

The experience

You show up with a valid ID and the guide handles the rest. The ATVs are fueled and ready, helmets fit to your head, and gloves, goggles and a buff protect you from the dust. The terrain is red rock desert just outside one of Utah's busiest state parks, Sand Hollow, which means you're riding through the landscape without the crowds. Beginners and experienced riders both go out on the same ride, so the pace stays manageable and the guide adjusts to the group's comfort level.

The 4-hour ride covers ground through the desert, and the guide leads the route. Cold bottled water and light snacks come with you, so you're not managing thirst or hunger on the trail. Damage Forgiveness Protection is included, which means minor scrapes and small impacts don't turn into repair bills after the ride ends. You control the throttle and the line you take (this is not a sightseeing tour where someone else drives), but the guide is there to show you the way and keep the group together.

Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your departure time, which makes the total time commitment 4.5 hours from when you pull in. The minimum group size is 2 people and the maximum is 10, so you're never in a crowd of riders. Children can come along but must be with an adult. You have to be 18 to operate the ATV yourself. Side-by-side UTVs are available by calling the office directly if you want to ride two to a vehicle instead.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English.
• helmet, riding gloves, goggles and buff.
• cold bottled water and light snacks.
• Damage Forgiveness Protection.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 13:30 and 14:30

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 10

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.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

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

Operated by ATV Offroad Adventures

Is this one for you?The ride demands 4 hours in the saddle across open desert terrain, so it suits riders comfortable with sustained throttle time and dust. The guide leads the route and adjusts pace to the group, which means you control your own speed but stay with the group's line.

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Top questions

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's the red rock desert like that I'll be riding through near Zion?

The terrain is red rock desert just outside Sand Hollow State Park, one of Utah's busiest state parks. You're riding through the landscape itself rather than watching it from a vehicle, and the guide leads the route across the ground.

Do I need any riding experience to book this ATV tour?

All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to experienced riders. The guide adjusts the pace to the group's comfort, so you don't need prior ATV experience to go.

What protective gear do I get, and do I bring my own helmet?

A helmet, riding gloves, goggles and a buff are all included and provided by the operator. You don't need to bring or rent protective gear separately.

How many people can ride together, and what's the age requirement?

Groups range from a minimum of 2 people to a maximum of 10 riders per booking. You must be at least 18 years old to operate an ATV. Children can attend with an adult but cannot drive.

What should I plan for in terms of time and what's included to eat and drink?

The ride itself is 4 hours, but you need to arrive 30 minutes early, making the total time 4.5 hours. Cold bottled water and light snacks are provided throughout the ride.