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Drive a UTV from Kanab to a lush canyon and a large pictograph panel, then sample sandboarding on nearby dunes. This 5-hour route mixes off-road driving with a short, moderately challenging hike and big desert views.
Drive a UTV from Kanab to a lush canyon and a large pictograph panel, then sample sandboarding on nearby dunes. This 5-hour route mixes off-road driving with a short, moderately challenging hike and big desert views.
You skid out of Kanab before sunrise, the UTV’s engine thrumming as redrock cliffs and scrub stretch toward a low, green pocket at the head of a narrow canyon. The trail narrows, trees lean in, and a natural spring beads the canyon walls with moss and seepage—a cool contrast to the baked sand and wind-carved ridges you passed ten minutes earlier.
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Operated by Kanab Tour Company · Kanab, UT
You skid out of Kanab before sunrise, the UTV’s engine thrumming as redrock cliffs and scrub stretch toward a low, green pocket at the head of a narrow canyon. The trail narrows, trees lean in, and a natural spring beads the canyon walls with moss and seepage—a cool contrast to the baked sand and wind-carved ridges you passed ten minutes earlier.
This short but dramatic route traces geological edges where Navajo sandstone meets dune deposits. The pictograph panel at the end sits in a broad alcove, its pigments preserved by dry air and overhangs; local rock art here reflects centuries of native presence from ancestral Puebloan and Southern Paiute communities, though styles vary across time. Nearby Coral Pink Sand Dunes are active aeolian features—sand shifts with wind and heat, giving you the chance to try sandboarding on steep faces.
Expect a mixed-pace outing: most of the time is driving across off-road terrain, with a 0.9-mile round-trip hike and roughly 300 feet of vertical to reach the pictographs. The final approach includes steep steps, off-camber footing, and a secured rock path with a guardrail—balance and attention matter.
Practical tip: wear sturdy shoes, bring sun protection and a small daypack for water. Drivers must be 21+, carry a license, and anyone on the UTV needs a helmet (provided). Morning departures avoid the hottest sand for boarding and give the best light on rock art. Leave the panel untouched—photograph, breathe, and move on.
The round-trip hike is approximately 0.9 miles with about 300 feet of elevation change; allow 30–60 minutes depending on pace and stops.
Yes — drivers must be 21+ with a valid government-issued driver’s license and bring it for waiver purposes.
Yes — helmets and goggles are provided and helmets are mandatory for all riders and drivers.
Sandboarding access is included; guests should be prepared for hot sand in summer and wear closed-toe shoes for boarding.
Kanab Tour Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You skid out of Kanab before sunrise, the UTV’s engine thrumming as redrock cliffs and scrub stretch toward a low, green pocket at the head of a narrow canyon. The trail narrows, trees lean in, and a natural spring beads the canyon walls with moss and seepage—a cool contrast to the baked sand and wind-carved ridges you passed ten minutes earlier.
You skid out of Kanab before sunrise, the UTV’s engine thrumming as redrock cliffs and scrub stretch toward a low, green pocket at the head of a narrow canyon. The trail narrows, trees lean in, and a natural spring beads the canyon walls with moss and seepage—a cool contrast to the baked sand and wind-carved ridges you passed ten minutes earlier.
This short but dramatic route traces geological edges where Navajo sandstone meets dune deposits. The pictograph panel at the end sits in a broad alcove, its pigments preserved by dry air and overhangs; local rock art here reflects centuries of native presence from ancestral Puebloan and Southern Paiute communities, though styles vary across time. Nearby Coral Pink Sand Dunes are active aeolian features—sand shifts with wind and heat, giving you the chance to try sandboarding on steep faces.
Expect a mixed-pace outing: most of the time is driving across off-road terrain, with a 0.9-mile round-trip hike and roughly 300 feet of vertical to reach the pictographs. The final approach includes steep steps, off-camber footing, and a secured rock path with a guardrail—balance and attention matter.
Practical tip: wear sturdy shoes, bring sun protection and a small daypack for water. Drivers must be 21+, carry a license, and anyone on the UTV needs a helmet (provided). Morning departures avoid the hottest sand for boarding and give the best light on rock art. Leave the panel untouched—photograph, breathe, and move on.