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Drive your own UTV across Moab’s famed Slickrock with a local guide leading the way. This 2.5-hour tour mixes technical off-road sections, wide desert vistas of the La Sal Mountains, and built-in photo stops.
Drive your own UTV across Moab’s famed Slickrock with a local guide leading the way. This 2.5-hour tour mixes technical off-road sections, wide desert vistas of the La Sal Mountains, and built-in photo stops.
The sun is already a hard coin in the sky when the group gathers at Canyonlands By Night & Day, two miles north of downtown Moab. A row of rugged UTVs hums like tethered beasts, their roll cages catching the first light. The guide barks a checklist — helmets, seat belts, radios — and then the convoy threads across the Colorado River Bridge, doors to red rock country swinging open.
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Operated by New Canyonlands By Night · Moab, Utah
The sun is already a hard coin in the sky when the group gathers at Canyonlands By Night & Day, two miles north of downtown Moab. A row of rugged UTVs hums like tethered beasts, their roll cages catching the first light. The guide barks a checklist — helmets, seat belts, radios — and then the convoy threads across the Colorado River Bridge, doors to red rock country swinging open.
Within minutes the asphalt gives way to the sand-and-stone roads of Sand Flats Recreation Area. The trail climbs onto Slickrock: a slick, undulating expanse of Entrada Sandstone shaped by wind and water into steep fins, bowls, and stubborn ledges. The landscape insists on attention — the La Sal Mountains sit blue and distant, a granite contrast to the warm orange of the desert pavement. Guides point out Hell’s Revenge and Fins and Things, classic runs that test a UTV’s suspension and a driver’s nerve.
This ground has deeper stories than adrenaline. Ancient Puebloan people left faint traces in nearby canyons; more recently, Moab’s 20th-century boom—driven by mining and later tourism—turned this corridor into an off-road mecca. The geology is straightforward to read: compacted dune deposits that lithified into the slick, high-friction sandstone riders call Slickrock, and the La Sals are laccolithic intrusions thrust up as the Colorado Plateau flexed.
Practicality keeps pace with thrill. Tours last about two and a half hours, during which drivers navigate climbs, rock steps, and flat exposures under guide supervision. Helmets and bottled water are provided; stops for photos and snacks are built into the route. Expect close-quarters driving through narrow rock features and open saddles with big views — the trail is as much about line choice as speed.
To prepare, wear closed-toe shoes, non-restrictive clothing, and layers for temperature swings. Secure cameras and phones with a tether or a harness; dust is everywhere. Sun protection is essential: a broad-brim hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and polarized sunglasses improve comfort and photos. If you’re new to off-road driving, pay attention during the safety briefing and ask the guide about throttle control and braking on slickrock.
Accessibility is straightforward for able-bodied participants; the operator notes wheelchair-accessible facilities but the trails themselves require mobility to climb into UTVs. Bookings typically have instant confirmation and allow free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. For photographers, the scramble up short ledges rewards low-angle shots that place UTVs against the La Sal skyline.
This is a ride that balances technical terrain and cinematic views. It’s not just about going fast — it’s about reading angles, feeling the vehicle respond, and pausing long enough to watch desert light spill across stone.
Yes, drivers must bring a valid driver’s license and be comfortable operating a manual/automatic UTV as instructed by guides.
Yes — helmets are supplied and required for all drivers and passengers on the tour.
Age restrictions vary; bookings typically ask for age band information—check with the operator but expect minimum age limits for drivers and passengers.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; tours may be canceled for bad weather or insufficient participants.
This activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, serious heart conditions, or pregnancy due to jostling on rough terrain.
Check in at Canyonlands By Night & Day, two miles north of Moab on the north side of the Colorado River Bridge; arrive at least 20–30 minutes early for briefing and gear-up.
New Canyonlands By Night operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The sun is already a hard coin in the sky when the group gathers at Canyonlands By Night & Day, two miles north of downtown Moab. A row of rugged UTVs hums like tethered beasts, their roll cages catching the first light. The guide barks a checklist — helmets, seat belts, radios — and then the convoy threads across the Colorado River Bridge, doors to red rock country swinging open.
The sun is already a hard coin in the sky when the group gathers at Canyonlands By Night & Day, two miles north of downtown Moab. A row of rugged UTVs hums like tethered beasts, their roll cages catching the first light. The guide barks a checklist — helmets, seat belts, radios — and then the convoy threads across the Colorado River Bridge, doors to red rock country swinging open.
Within minutes the asphalt gives way to the sand-and-stone roads of Sand Flats Recreation Area. The trail climbs onto Slickrock: a slick, undulating expanse of Entrada Sandstone shaped by wind and water into steep fins, bowls, and stubborn ledges. The landscape insists on attention — the La Sal Mountains sit blue and distant, a granite contrast to the warm orange of the desert pavement. Guides point out Hell’s Revenge and Fins and Things, classic runs that test a UTV’s suspension and a driver’s nerve.
This ground has deeper stories than adrenaline. Ancient Puebloan people left faint traces in nearby canyons; more recently, Moab’s 20th-century boom—driven by mining and later tourism—turned this corridor into an off-road mecca. The geology is straightforward to read: compacted dune deposits that lithified into the slick, high-friction sandstone riders call Slickrock, and the La Sals are laccolithic intrusions thrust up as the Colorado Plateau flexed.
Practicality keeps pace with thrill. Tours last about two and a half hours, during which drivers navigate climbs, rock steps, and flat exposures under guide supervision. Helmets and bottled water are provided; stops for photos and snacks are built into the route. Expect close-quarters driving through narrow rock features and open saddles with big views — the trail is as much about line choice as speed.
To prepare, wear closed-toe shoes, non-restrictive clothing, and layers for temperature swings. Secure cameras and phones with a tether or a harness; dust is everywhere. Sun protection is essential: a broad-brim hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and polarized sunglasses improve comfort and photos. If you’re new to off-road driving, pay attention during the safety briefing and ask the guide about throttle control and braking on slickrock.
Accessibility is straightforward for able-bodied participants; the operator notes wheelchair-accessible facilities but the trails themselves require mobility to climb into UTVs. Bookings typically have instant confirmation and allow free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. For photographers, the scramble up short ledges rewards low-angle shots that place UTVs against the La Sal skyline.
This is a ride that balances technical terrain and cinematic views. It’s not just about going fast — it’s about reading angles, feeling the vehicle respond, and pausing long enough to watch desert light spill across stone.