Things to do in Zion National Park
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UTV Slot Canyon Riding: Upper and Lower Red Cave★ 4.96 (1,706) · 2h
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ATV riding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes: UTV and sandboarding★ 4.98 (1,256) · 2h
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Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon: UTV Ride & Guided Hike★ 4.97 (1,477) · 2h
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ATV Riding & Slot Canyon Hike near Orderville★ 4.95 (1,198) · 2hUS$ 130View ›
Zion: Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon UTV Tour & Sandboarding★ 4.97 (1,058) · 2hUS$ 139View ›
East Zion: Slot Canyon Canyoneering & UTV Tour Adventure★ 4.99 (890) · 4hUS$ 159View ›
Kanab: Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Small Group Hike & Off-Road★ 4.97 (791) · 2h–3hUS$ 99View ›
ATV riding at Elk Heart Cliffs: Two slot canyons★ 4.99 (604) · 2hUS$ 149View ›
Zion Elkheart Canyon: Canyoneering & UTV Adventure Tour★ 4.98 (554) · 3h–4hUS$ 201View ›
Zion Area: Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber UTV Tour★ 4.96 (510) · 4hUS$ 229View ›Top rated (10)
Huntress Slot Canyon: Guided hiking and 4 rappels near KanabThe Huntress Slot Canyon Adventure is a guided hiking and rappelling activity near Kanab where you hike into a slot canyon, make four rappels of increasing size through sandstone walls, and hike back out—all in about five hours with no experience required. Canyoneering equipment is provided. The first rappel is small, designed to let newcomers learn the technique before the canyon drops into larger intermediate rappels. Guides are professionally trained and speak English, Spanish, or Portuguese.Is it for me?This activity requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness and is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health—the repeated rappels and five-hour day demand stamina and a healthy back. If you're comfortable with physical exertion and want to learn rappelling in a real canyon rather than on a practice wall, the progression from small to intermediate drops makes it accessible for first-timers.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes: UTV Ride, Rappel & Cave Climb TourYou’ll blast across Coral Pink Sand Dunes by UTV, scramble up to Coral Cave with a local guide, and try rappelling down dramatic cliffs—all gear included. Expect sandy shoes, shaky knees (in a good way), and views you might replay in your head long after you’ve left Utah.
Coal Hollow Slot Canyon Canyoneering: 4 Rappels, 2.5 HoursCoal Hollow Slot Canyon canyoneering tour near East Zion combines UTV transport to the trailhead with a half-mile hike and four rappels through a slot canyon, guided by an experienced canyoneering instructor. The 2.5-hour format fits families and first-time canyoneers. Bottled water is included; moderate fitness and comfort with heights are needed.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to rappel a slot canyon without needing prior experience—the UTV transport and guided four-descent format let you focus on the canyon itself rather than a long approach hike or technical setup.
Kanab: UTV Self-Drive Peekaboo & Hog Canyon Tour 4hrsYou’ll take the wheel on rugged UTV trails near Kanab with a local guide leading the way—crossing red sand dunes into Hog Canyon and walking through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon’s silent sandstone corridors. Expect laughter, dust, music (maybe yours), and real moments far from big crowds—plus all gear and cold water included.
Via Ferrata climbing and rappelling in KanabVia Ferrata climbing and rappelling in Kanab is a 2.5-hour guided activity where you ascend a metal course anchored to a sheer canyon wall, then descend by rappel. You ride an ATV into Cave Lakes Canyon, receive instruction and safety gear, climb the iron path with a guide, and rappel back to base. Children from age 10 are welcome; moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?You operate the climb yourself with the guide's support—this is not a spectator experience. Book this if you want to move under your own power up a real canyon wall and feel the work of it, not if you prefer to watch someone else do the technical part. The private transport and small group size mean you move at your own pace without waiting for strangers to catch up.
Peekaboo Slot Canyon: Private UTV Tour & SandboardingYou’ll race across Utah’s sandy trails by UTV to reach Peekaboo Slot Canyon, try sandboarding on real dunes (standing or sitting), and wander peaceful red rock corridors with a local guide who knows every turn. Expect laughter, quiet moments in the canyon’s cool shade, and plenty of space to go at your own pace—it’s not like anywhere else.
Southern Utah: Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber UTV TourYou’ll ride a Can-Am UTV with local guides across Southern Utah’s wild desert to explore Peekaboo Slot Canyon’s sculpted walls and climb into The Great Chamber’s sand-filled alcove. Expect real stories from locals, plenty of red dust, bottled water included—and maybe even silence that lingers after you leave.
Coral Pink Sand Dunes: UTV Sunset Tour, S'mores & StargazingYou’ll race across Coral Pink Sand Dunes in a UTV as sunset colors shift around you, try your luck at sand sledding (expect some laughs), then settle in for gooey s’mores by a campfire as stars fill the sky overhead. There’s something quietly magical about sharing stories with new friends under all those constellations.
Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon: Private UTV & hiking tourPeek-A-Boo slot canyon is a private, guided UTV tour in southern Utah where an experienced driver handles all the off-road riding while you relax and take in the scenery, then hike an easy, family-friendly route through the canyon with one short ladder. The tour runs about two hours and includes bottled water; minimum two guests per booking, and children from age two are welcome.Is it for me?Because the guide handles all the off-road driving, this tour suits families and anyone who wants to see the red rock trails and slot canyon without managing a vehicle themselves. If you prefer to drive your own UTV, look for a self-guided option instead.
Zion: Private Guided Hike & Picnic with Custom TrailsYou’ll walk Zion’s iconic trails at your own pace with a private guide who knows every turn—pausing for stories, wildflowers, and canyon views—then settle down for a generous picnic at the Grotto. Expect real conversation and space to breathe; it’s less about conquering miles and more about feeling part of this place for an afternoon.
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Zion: East Rim Jeep Tour with Checkerboard Mesa & Jolley GulchYou’ll ride through Zion’s pine forests by Jeep, catch your breath at Checkerboard Mesa’s wild patterns, then descend into Jolley Gulch for an optional short hike above its deep slot canyon. Local guides share stories and snacks along the way—it’s fast-paced but leaves you with these odd flashes of silence and awe you might not expect.
Kanab: Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon 4WD Small Group TourYou’ll ride out from Kanab in a 4WD with a local guide toward Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon’s quiet curves and layered sandstone colors. Walk through slender passages where fossils hide in plain sight and learn stories about ancient people who left their marks here. Expect fewer crowds, time for photos, and moments of real stillness you might not expect—plus bottled water included for the journey.
East Zion: Horseback Ride & Slot Canyon Small-Group TourYou’ll ride real horses with a local guide through East Zion’s quieter trails before exploring a beautiful slot canyon on foot—no big crowds or touristy rush here. Expect cold air in fall or winter and friendly help for beginners. You’ll remember the silence of those canyon walls long after your boots are dusty again.
Zion Canyon Hot Springs: Day Pass & Mineral PoolsYou arrive anytime during operating hours and choose between family-friendly Select pools or the 21+ Premier side with cocktails. Spend your day moving between 32 mineral pools, saunas, cold plunges, and WorldSprings-inspired soaks at your own pace, with firepits and café food in between. Your RFID wristband unlocks your locker, and you can leave and return the same day. Towel rental and luxury shower amenities are included.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to soak without a schedule — families, couples, or solo travelers who'd rather move between pools at their own pace than follow a group. The split between Select and Premier means you're not compromising on atmosphere, and same-day re-entry lets you fit it around exploring Zion itself.
Zion: Sunset Jeep Mountain Ride & Scenic Clifftop StopYou’ll climb high above Zion’s cliffs by Jeep as daylight fades, watch colors shift across the rocks with snacks and blankets at the summit, then hold tight for a wild ride back down after sunset. Expect laughter, cold mountain air on your cheeks, and views that linger long after you leave.
Zion Horseback Ride: Sunset Trail & Checkerboard CliffsYou arrive twenty minutes early to meet your horse and get sadded up, then ride for an hour through East Zion as the Checkerboard Cliffs turn orange and red in the sunset light. A certified guide leads a small group at a steady pace, stopping where the view is widest. You're back before dark, having seen the one thing that makes this time of day worth planning around.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Zion's Cliffs at their most dramatic moment without arranging your own horse, timing the light, or navigating the trail alone—the guide handles all three, which is what makes catching the sunset possible in a single hour.
Peekaboo Slot Canyon Jeep Tour near KanabPeekaboo Slot Canyon near Kanab is a half-mile walk through narrow red sandstone walls 50 feet high, reached by a 15–20 minute Jeep ride north of town. The tour includes bottled water and a live English-speaking guide who explains how Native Americans carved Moqui steps into the cliff faces to reach high areas. Arrive on time; departures run throughout the day and late arrivals are left behind.Is it for me?The 90-minute total duration—including the Jeep ride and the half-mile walk—fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your entire day, leaving time to explore Kanab or other nearby canyons. Moderate fitness is needed for the walk on uneven canyon floor, and the tour is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.
Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon: Private Jeep Tour & Ancient SitesYou’ll ride across wild coral pink dunes in a 4x4 Jeep Rubicon before walking into Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon’s glowing walls with a local guide who knows every story and fossil here. Touch ancient moki steps, spot petroglyphs, breathe in desert air — and maybe laugh at yourself trying to say “Kanab.”
Red Rock Slot Canyon tour near Zion: Hike without climbingA guided slot canyon tour near Zion National Park that combines a UTV ride to the trailhead with hiking through two separate canyons with towering red walls. The route is designed for groups that want the narrow-canyon experience without climbing or technical scrambling. A live guide shares Native American history and geological details as you walk. Children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're visiting with young children or if you want the narrow-canyon experience without climbing and scrambling—the UTV handles the transport, and the guide picks the route based on what the group can manage.
Peekaboo Slot Canyon: Private Sunset Sandboarding & UTV TourYou’ll ride with a local guide by UTV to Peekaboo Slot Canyon, wander through its quiet curves, then play on sunlit sand dunes at sunset—with sandboarding if you’re up for it. This private tour includes bottled water and all driving handled for you. Expect laughter, dusty shoes, and a few moments you’ll want to keep long after you leave.
