Welcome to Southwestern Utah
Wonder at the deep-crimson canyons of Zion National Park; hike among the delicate pink-and-orange minarets at Bryce Canyon; drive past the swirling gray-white-and-purple mounds of Capitol Reef. Southwestern Utah is so spectacular that the vast majority of the territory has been preserved as national park or forest, state park or BLM wilderness. Rugged and remote Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument (GSENM) is larger than Rhode Island and Delaware put together. The whole area is ripe for outdoor exploration, with narrow slot canyons to shoulder through, pink sand dunes to scale and wavelike sandstone formations to seek out.
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Grand Canyon and Historic Homestead Tour from St George Utah
You and your party will be picked up in the wonderful city of St. George, Utah right at your hotel or you can meet the shuttle at two locations. The first stop will be at Pipe Springs where you can buy snacks and goodies, and use the restroom. Then away you go on the back country roads of the Arizona Strip! You will ride in comfort while you enjoy the beautiful vistas. You will stop at The Old Dueling Sevens Ranch House, a historic homestead. Then you'll drive the "Bumpy Terrain" to an overlook of the Grand Canyon where you and your group can explore, hike, take photos and eat lunch provided by your tour guide. From there, you can hike to see ancient Indian petroglyphs. Then, after one more beautiful overlook of the valley, your guide will begin the journey back to St. George.
Rock Climbing and Canyoneering near Zion National Park
Pre-expedition training is a key part of the excursion and your guides will cover important safety and equipment tips. All participants will be instructed in all procedures, as well as thoroughly inspected to ensure that everyone is prepared and safe. Your trip includes expert training, transportation and gear, including helmet, harness, equipment, shoes and wetsuits if required. Learn about safety and equipment, belaying and rappelling, climbing and canyoneering ethics and techniques, all while being looked after by a professional guide. Your guides will pick you up at your hotel or designated meeting place around Zion National Park, and from there shuttle you to the climbing or canyoneering spot. A half-day trip lasts from 4-5 hours including travel time. Wear layers (jacket, hat etc.) that can be removed as needed depending on the weather, shoes with good tread (bulky hiking boots not recommended). Bring also 1-2 quarts of water per person, snacks and energy bars. There will be a moderate approach or hike to access the canyon or climbing areas. Lastly, enjoy the beautiful views from the top!
ATV Tour- Half Day
This tour rises to an elevation of about 3500 feet with spectacular views of lakes and different mountain ranges, you’ll climb high enough to reach the Major Sand Dunes and have time to do what we refer to as Sand Ballet an experience you will never forget! There is a box canyon you ride through on your way down the mountain that was surly a hiding place for the outlaws back in the day. This tour is a bit of a diggin’ in the dirt tour, however it is your choice if you want to wear that dirt home or not! Each person is at their own comfort level and nobody is ever asked to do anything more than they are comfortable with. Remember we are all about safety and fun!!!! This tour can also be modified easily for the first time or family rides.
Petroglyph Tour
During your tour with us you will experience:-Petroglyphs- you will love the Ancient Petroglyphs at Little Black Mountain left over an 8,000 year period by the Fremont, Anasazi and Paiute Indians.-Glitter Mountain- you'll get to explore the Gypsum Mine also known as Glitter Mountain, where you can gather some of your own crystals.-Historical Fort- visit the historical remains of Fort Pearce which served to protect the pioneers during the Utah Black Hawk War.-Dinosaur Tracks- explore Warner Valley Dinosaur tracks where you can compare the size of your shoe with a Eubrontes track possibly made by a Tyrannosaurus Dinosaur. -Play in the red sand dunes, different than anything else on earth.We provide Snacks and Ice Cold water bottlesThings you'll want to Bring-• Sun Glasses• Hat• Jacket (unless it’s the middle of summer)• You'll definitely want a camera• We provide water but if you have other non-alcoholic beverages you’d like to bring we typically have cooler space for them.
Arizona Strip Homestead Tour
The Arizona Strip, to the north of the Colorado River, beckons with its red-rock canyons dotted with sagebrush, which flourish in arid climates. This tour gives you the opportunity to explore the Arizona Strip and enjoy its scenic backdrop for great pictures and wildlife. You will view the awesome vegetation on this life-giving mountain in the middle of the dessert and see where the timber for the St. George temple was harvested. You will also learn how early pioneers traveled the rugged terrain to bring the materials to St. George. This tour is approximately 6 hours and a sack lunch will be provided.
Mt Trumbull Day Trip
Life in the desert was a struggle for early settlers of the Arizona Strip but Mount Trumbull provided these people not only the chance to survive but to help build a thriving city in Saint George. The Mount Trumbull tour will show visitors how this rugged area helped the settlers of Southern Utah create a successful life in the desert.The timber used to build the Saint George LDS Temple was harvested from Mount Trumbull and visitors will be able to see where this was done and learn how this lumber was then brought to Saint George. During this 4-6 hour tour visitors will have many opportunities for photography as well as time for hiking and exploring the Mount Trumbull area and enjoy the wildlife found in this area.