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See The Sights On Horseback On The Famous Thunder Mountain Trail In Utah

Get away from the park crowds on this epic four-hour tour on horseback. With the Bryce Canyon area as your backdrop, you’ll clip-clop along Old West trails used by both cowboys and Indigenous groups, climbing up and down the scenic Red Canyon. Appropriate for beginners to experts, this ride truly goes off the beaten path for serious canyon adventure. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

This trip begins and ends at Bryce Canyon City, UT. We are located in the lobby of Ruby’s Inn. you can check in with our desk and we will get you off on your ride.  This trail ride lasts about 4 hours  and costs $120.00.

  • See Bryce Canyon away from the tourist spots
  • Your guide will make sure you’re safe and comfortable on your ride
  • Explore Old West and Indigenous trails
  • Suitable for all skill levels over 7 years of age

Cost: $100 per person Length: Approximately 4 hour ride ,230 lb weight limit. The Thunder Mountain Trail starts at the bottom of Red Canyon and ends at the top of Red Canyon. This ride offers the most breathtaking scenery in Bryce Canyon Area as your backdrop. The Thunder Mountain Trail with its switchbacks and narrow backbones will leave you with an experience that you will remember for years to come. Leaves daily at 8:30 a.m. May 1 through September 30. Children must be at least 10 years old. This ride is seasonal. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Hike And Explore Utah’s Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

Monument Valley is known for its red-sand desert land, its ancient Anasazi petroglyphs, and its photogenic sandstone rock formations, but the land is best understood by someone who lives there. This trip begins and ends at Main Monument Valley Rd, Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ. In The West side parking area. For more information or to book this trip, click here.

This Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Tour is led by someone who lives on the area that is territory of the Navajo Nation Reservation. See the full valley, including the restricted areas with your guide during this tour. This tour lasts about 2.5 hours and costs $85.00.

  • Explore Monument Valley with a guide who actually lives there
  • A guide knows the best areas to see of the red-sand desert
  • Bottled water is provided so you can stay hydrated during your tour
  • Choose from a morning or evening tour, depending on what works for you


Did you know that Monument Valley also has arches, windows, and ancient Anasazi petroglyphs? Get the full scenic experience in the Restricted area with visits to the Big Indian, Sleeping Dragon, and all the arches – the Big Hogan, Moccasin Arch, Sun’s Eye, and Ear of the Wind. You will also see ancient Anasazi petroglyphs on the canyon walls below Sun’s Eye. ** Includes a Hogan visit with the late Susie Yazzie’s family, who demonstrate traditional Navajo rug weaving and narrate the significance of artifacts such as the baby cradleboard. This tour also includes everything you see in the Scenic Express tour. For more information or to book this trip, click here.


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Experience An Unforgettable Canyoneering Adventure Near Moab Utah

Outdoor enthusiasts will learn canyoneering skills including rappelling, rope-assisted down climbs and chimneying through slot canyons on this half- or full-day adventure from Moab. Travel into the red rock terrain of southern Utah by 4WD, then practice navigating narrow canyon walls as you learn the basics from a professional guide. This trip begins and ends at 321 N Main St, in Moab, Utah. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Spend the morning or afternoon on an easier route, or select a moderately difficult full-day tour (including lunch) at Robbers Roost — a 2-hour drive away. Suitable for physically fit adventurers; all equipment provided. This trip lasts about 8 hours and costs $163.12.

  • Half-day or full-day canyoneering trip, from Moab
  • Explore gorgeous canyons and learn technical canyoneering skills from a professional guide
  • Review canyoneering basics on a half-day trip near Moab
  • Experience a moderately difficult full day of canyoneering in the remote red rock desert of Robbers Roost
  • Rappel into canyons and squeeze through tight rock walls
  • Includes all technical gear and transport to the canyon with lunch on a full-day trip


Southern Utah is a popular place to experience canyoneering, and Moab serves as the perfect base with plenty of stunning sites to experience the sport. Canyoneering newcomers are welcome, but expect a full physical and mental workout. Be prepared to make your way through the canyons by hiking, rappelling, scrambling over rock and splashing through water-filled pools.  Your guide shows you how to employ teamwork and technical canyoneering skills when rappelling, doing rope-assisted down climbs, chimneying through slot canyons and negotiating water-filled potholes. While no experience is needed to join a half-day introduction for adventurous beginners, participants must be physically fit. The full-day tour to Robbers Roost offers active people a more challenging experience that is rated as moderately difficult. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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This Epic Mountain Bike Trail Takes You Past Some Amazing Sites

We believe that mountain biking is for everyone. Our 3 hour guided mountain bike trip is a great activity for kids and families, and perfect for beginners and even advanced riders. We tailor each trip to group and individual skill level, whether you are learning to mountain bike for your first time or a seasoned rider. This trip begins and ends at the Applecross MTB Trailhead and Parking in Kane County, Utah. Exact Coordinates are given after booking. For more information or to book this adventure, click here.


We provide a full suspension mountain bike, helmet, and gloves for every participant and offer transportation to and from your adventure. If you prefer to drive yourself, we will provide you with a pin and directions ahead of time so you can easily meet us at the trailhead! This tour lasts about 3 hours and costs $120.00.


Nothing compares to exploring the Southern Utah desert by mountain bike, meandering along trails that hug the base of towering mesas with magnificent views of nearby Zion. Mountain biking is a fun activity that can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter your skill or experience level! This guided mountain bike trip is a fun activity for kids, families, and a great way for beginners and advanced riders to experience what makes this a mountain biking destination! For more information or to book this adventure, click here.


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Explore Utah’s Aztec Trail By Horseback On This Epic Adventure

Discover the beauty of Utah’s backcountry during a small-group horseback riding experience. After a short riding lesson and safety instruction, set out on a guided ride to the top of Twin Knoll. Check out views of Zion National Park, the Elkheart Mountains, and the Kaibab Mountain range during the loop. Stop at several scenic overlooks throughout the tour. This trip begins and ends at 78 E Center St, in Kanab, Utah. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

  • Explore East Zion on horseback
  • Climb to the top of Twin Knoll
  • Admire views of Zion National Park
  • See mountains, canyons, and wildlife

Please note, there is a weight limit of 220lbs per rider for this activity. For this ride, we will meet in Kanab for introductions, then get on our way to the stables! The drive to the stables is about 20 minutes through beautiful and historic Johnson Canyon, where you will see many idyllic country homes and fields with grazing animals and sandstone cliffs. At the corral, we will saddle up and conduct a brief riding lesson, before departing into the beautiful backcountry of Southern Utah on horseback. This trail ride lasts about two hours and costs $99.00.

As you wind through the hills, brush, and trees, your experienced wrangler will share information about the local demographic and geographic history. You will get to ride along the sandstone cliffs as you take in the beautiful views of the mountains and canyons surrounding Kanab. As the ride comes to an end, we will make the drive back to the meeting point before parting ways. In fall and winter months, be prepared for cold weather! Make sure you bring hats, gloves, coats, etc. to keep you warm while you enjoy the tour.  For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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