Things to do in Zion National Park
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UTV Slot Canyon Riding: Upper and Lower Red CaveA two-hour UTV tour through Upper and Lower Red Cave Slot Canyons where you ride in a Can Am Defender with a guide, stopping to hike roughly a quarter mile total and photograph the canyon walls. The tour includes private transportation and bottled water; guides speak English and children from age 4 are welcome. Departures run multiple times daily on Mountain Time, so arriving on time is essential — more than 15 minutes late and the tour leaves without you.Is it for me?Book this if you want to visit two slot canyons in a half-day window—you'll spend most time in a UTV with a guide driving, then hike a quarter-mile to each canyon for photography.
Kanab Peekaboo Slot Canyon: UTV Ride & Guided HikeYou’ll ride out from Kanab on a guided UTV adventure across wild backcountry trails before stepping into the winding silence of Peekaboo Slot Canyon. Expect laughter with your local guide, cool stone walls brushing your fingers, and sunlight slicing down between towering red rock walls — plus bottled water to keep you going.
ATV riding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes: UTV and sandboardingATV riding at Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park puts you behind the wheel of a UTV to navigate the dunes, visit Coral Pink Slot Canyon (known as "Bigfoot's Hideout"), and sandboard down Star Dune. The activity runs 2 hours with a live guide, UTV rental, bottled water and sandboards included. You must be 21+ with a valid driver's license to operate the UTV; solo riders share a vehicle with the guide.Is it for me?The pace is fast—you move through three stops in 2 hours with minimal downtime—so this suits riders who want to cover ground and try multiple things rather than linger in one place. The UTV driving requires a valid license and comfort operating the vehicle, but the sandboarding and slot canyon walk are open to most ages and abilities.
ATV Riding & Slot Canyon Hike near OrdervilleThis activity combines an off-road UTV ride through private Utah backcountry with a guided hike into a narrow slot canyon near Orderville. You depart from Orderville in a customized vehicle, traverse rugged terrain to the canyon entrance, then hike inside sandstone walls up to 8–10 feet tall, where you'll see ancient Native American writings. A licensed guide leads both the drive and the hike, manages safety over boulder sections, and explains how the canyon formed. The experience takes around two hours and requires moderate physical fitness.Is it for me?If you're staying in or near Orderville without a car, the activity departs from town and returns there, so you don't need to arrange separate transport to the trailhead. The two-hour timeframe fits a free afternoon or a break between other plans, and the guide handles both the driving and the route-finding, so you show up ready to ride and hike.
Zion: Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon UTV Tour & SandboardingYou ride in a UTV driven by an experienced guide over sand dunes and desert trails to reach Peek-A-Boo slot canyon, a quieter alternative to crowded Zion trails. The hike through the canyon is easy, with an optional sandboarding stop along the way. Water is provided, and the small-group format means your family sets the pace inside the canyon.Is it for me?Book this if you want a slot canyon experience near Zion without the crowds or the logistics of driving yourself to a remote trailhead—the guide-driven UTV and small-group format handle both.
East Zion: Slot Canyon Canyoneering & UTV Tour AdventureYou’ll ride a UTV into East Zion’s wild backcountry with a local guide before hiking up to Coal Hollow Slot Canyon for six or seven guided rappels. Feel sandstone under your hands, laugh with your group as you descend each drop, and catch glimpses of Sugar Knoll along the way. This is an adventure where nerves turn into pride—and you might just surprise yourself.
Kanab: Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon Small Group Hike & Off-RoadYou’ll join a small group for an easy hike through Peek-a-Boo Slot Canyon near Kanab—off-road ride included! Feel ancient sandstone under your hands, share stories with your guide, taste snacks along the way, and soak up that rare desert quiet. It’s simple but stays with you longer than you’d expect.
ATV riding at Elk Heart Cliffs: Two slot canyonsA 2-hour UTV tour at Elk Heart Cliffs combines off-road riding with slot canyon exploration: a guide operates the Can-Am vehicle while you sit back through rough terrain, then you walk into two remote canyons on foot. Private transportation and bottled water are included; the tour runs on Mountain Time, one hour ahead of Las Vegas and Arizona.Is it for me?Book this if you want slot canyon exploration without the drive yourself—the guide handles the UTV while you ride and then walk the canyons on foot, which works for groups who want the off-road experience without operating the vehicle.
Zion Elkheart Canyon: Canyoneering & UTV Adventure TourYou’ll ride rugged trails near Zion in a UTV, hike up red rocks to Elkheart Canyon’s rim, then harness up for guided rappels into twisting slot canyons. With all gear provided and a certified local guide leading every step (and sharing stories), you’ll feel both challenged and safe — plus there’s plenty of laughter along the way.
Zion Area: Peekaboo Slot Canyon & Great Chamber UTV TourYou ride a Can-Am UTV through a private canyon with natural ponds and caves, then walk Peekaboo Slot Canyon and hike to The Great Chamber alcove. The guide photographs you, explains the geology and history, and handles all the driving between three main stops. The whole experience takes four hours and covers about a mile and a half on foot, with the rest by vehicle. Pickup is at Moqui Cave north of Kanab; bring your valid ID.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see multiple slot canyons and desert formations in one morning without renting your own vehicle or navigating the back roads yourself—the UTV and guide handle both, leaving you free to focus on the landscape and the stops.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Zion: E-Bike Tour with Local Stops & Guide in 3 HoursYou’ll ride an e-bike through Zion Canyon with a local guide who knows all the best stops — from Court of the Patriarchs to Temple of Sinawava. Expect quiet moments under towering cliffs, small laughs with your group, and time to soak in the colors and sounds of Zion. Snacks, helmets, and easy logistics are included so you can just enjoy being there.
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 Narrows: Private Guided Hike & River Picnic with GearYou hike the Zion Narrows with a personal guide who doesn't mix groups, so the pace and route adapt to you. The 2-mile upstream walk in the Virgin River includes waders, boots, poles, and a waterproof pack. You stop at Orderville Canyon, then picnic on the Zion Lodge lawn with a charcuterie board and water included. No need to arrange gear or time yourself against other groups.Is it for me?Book this if you want the Zion Narrows without the crowds and without renting gear separately — the private guide and included equipment mean you show up ready to hike, not scrambling to find a rental shop or fit yourself into a group schedule.
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.
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.
