Mad Moose Grand Opening: Guided UTV Rides on Sand Hollow's Red Rock Dunes

Mad Moose’s Grand Opening puts you in the driver’s seat for a full-throttle taste of Sand Hollow’s red-rock playground. Located in Hurricane, Utah, this event pairs a guided UTV tour through sandstone fins and wind-sculpted dunes with an evening partners’ dinner at Pecan Valley Resort, plus a tour of Mad Moose’s new HQ at 4343 W Abbey Rd. Whether you take the wheel or ride shotgun, the morning’s two-hour guided loop delivers wide desert views, a scenic overlook for photos, and a close look at the vehicles that make Mad Moose a new player in Greater Zion’s motorized-adventure scene.

Sand Hollow’s terrain is distinctive: bands of Navajo-era red sandstone and loose dune sand rework each season, producing ridgelines, slickrock bowls, and scattered pockets of pinyon and Utah juniper. Guides thread UTVs across hardpack trails and softer dune sections, introducing riders to vehicle handling on mixed surfaces and pointing out natural features along the way. The desert’s small wildlife—lizards basking on warm rock, ravens wheeling overhead, and the occasional desert cottontail—adds life to the landscape without obscuring the main event: a raw Colorado Plateau riding experience less than an hour from Zion National Park, which was designated a national park in 1919.

The morning portion begins at the meeting point on Old Rd Hurricane, UT 84737 for check-in and safety briefing before the 2-hour guided ride. After the route, return to a freshly opened Mad Moose Headquarters for a walkthrough of the facility and a chance to meet local business leaders and guides. The evening component shifts gears to resort casual at Pecan Valley Resort—dinner and drinks provide a relaxed setting for networking with Greater Zion’s outdoor-tourism community.

Why book one of these trips? Mad Moose pairs expert guides, a modern UTV fleet, and access to Sand Hollow’s varied terrain—a combination that’s rare in the region. For riders who want to sample Southern Utah’s motorized trails without committing to a long expedition, this event is an efficient, high-value introduction. Practical details: RSVP is required by November 4th; minimum age is 18; options to ride or observe are available. Bring sun protection, sturdy footwear, and a sense of adventure—the Mad Moose opening is as much about community and industry connection as it is about getting dusty on the trail.

Expect a hands-on introduction: guides will demonstrate basic UTV controls, discuss trail etiquette, and offer line choices to match comfort levels—making it a safe setting for first-time drivers. Bring a valid driver’s license if you plan to drive, a full water bottle, layered clothing for desert temperature swings, and sunglasses or goggles for dust. Photo stops at the overlook are timed to capture the red stone glow; phone pockets and camera straps recommended.