Sunset UTV Riding in Grand Junction, Colorado

Climb petrified dunes and watch the sun set over red rock

A two-hour guided UTV ride through the Grand Valley OHV area near Grand Junction, Colorado, where you operate the vehicle across rugged desert trails and climb towering petrified sand dunes. The tour times to sunset, so the Colorado National Monument and surrounding red rock light up as you ride. A licensed guide leads groups of up to two per vehicle. Helmets, water and damage waiver are included. Children from age 3 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset UTV off-road adventure

• Ride guided off-road UTV tour
• Cross rugged desert trails
• Climb towering petrified sand dunes
• Take in views of Colorado National Monument
• Watch sunset over red rock landscapes

The experience

Two hours on the trails means you spend the afternoon climbing and descending petrified sand dunes in the Grand Valley off-road playground, riding across rugged desert terrain with views of the Colorado National Monument opening up as you climb. The guide leads the route and times it so you reach the high vantage points as the desert sky shifts into sunset colors. You operate the UTV yourself (this is not a ride-along), so the pace and the line you take through the terrain are yours to control.

The tour includes a licensed guide, helmet, bottle water and premium damage waiver. You'll need a valid driver's license. A $1,500 damage deposit hold is authorized on your credit card at checkout. The UTV runs on fuel you pay for, and the guide will lead you to a gas station after the ride if you need to refuel before returning. Children from age 3 can ride as passengers. First-time riders and experienced off-roaders both run this route. Gratuities for the guide are your choice at the end.

What’s included

• Licensed guide leading the route.
• helmet and bottle water for each rider.
• premium damage waiver covering most damage to the vehicle.
• two-hour access to the Grand Valley OHV area trails and petrified sand dunes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 15:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (3 to 17 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 25

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

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Adrenaline Driven Adventure Company

Is this one for you?You operate the UTV yourself across the trails, so this suits riders who want to control the vehicle and the line they take through the terrain. Shared departures keep the group small, two riders per UTV, so you're not waiting for a larger group to move.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (3 to 17 years). Children under 3 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.

How long is the sunset UTV ride in Grand Junction?

The ride runs two hours from start to finish, timed so you're on the high dunes as the sun drops toward the horizon.

Do I need experience to ride a UTV on this tour?

No. The tour suits first-time riders as well as experienced off-roaders. You operate the vehicle yourself, and the guide leads the group across the Grand Valley trails at a pace that works for all skill levels.

What's included in the sunset UTV tour?

The tour includes the licensed guide, helmet, bottle water and premium damage waiver. You pay for fuel used during the ride, and gratuities for the guide are optional.

What are the views like on the Grand Valley OHV trails?

You climb towering petrified sand dunes where you can see the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Valley spread out below. At sunset, the red rock landscape lights up with color as the desert sky changes.

What happens if I damage the UTV?

A $1,500 damage deposit hold is authorized on your credit card at checkout. The premium damage waiver is included in the tour price and covers most damage. The deposit is released if there are no claims.