Riding the Rugged Terrain of Moab, Utah

Half Day Canyonlands National Park 4X4 Back Country Tour

Ancient Native American Writings

You'll see prehistoric dinosaur tracks and centuries-old Native American drawings along this half-day adventure!

Moab, Utah offers much in the way of water sports, including many excursions along the Colorado River. You may be asking though, what outdoor activities does Moab offer tourists and residents in the Utah area? There are many skiing activities during the winter season, along with a rugged terrain that can be enjoyed using high-powered 4x4 vehicles. What is it like taking a 4x4 tour in Moab, Utah? 

Consider the Half Day Canyonlands National Park 4X4 Back Country Tour. As you head into the backcountry of the Canyonlands National Park, you can see wondrous historical exhibits including dinosaur tracks and ancient Native American drawings. The 4x4 is air-conditioned and offers you an exciting ride all along the Utah Scenic Byway, which gives you some amazing views of the Colorado River. You can also enjoy other National Park exclusives, such as the "Thelma and Louise Point," the same peak as seen in the movie, with a spectacular view from more than 400 feet above the Colorado River. You can also see amber and gold cliffs as they rise from the desert ground in a truly breathtaking display. This off-road 4x4 adventure is rough, unpaved and a lot of fun for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Needles District of Canyonlands National Park by 4X4 Full Day Tour gets you a full day of 4x4 activity, taking off in a rugged vehicle and traveling through the Needles region of the Canyonlands National Park. Doing so will get you an up close view of some longstanding but not-forgotten archeological sites and some unforgettable landscapes. Usually, the only way a tourist can see scenery this outstanding is to hike or drive the trail. However, this tour lets visitors see all of the wonderful scenery from the comfort of an air-conditioned 4X4 vehicle. You can get an education, as you explore the remains of the mysterious Anasazi civilization, and engage in many wilderness walks (but get a great lunch following the tough trail). This is a full day of educational and exciting physical activity! Inside the park you can also see such memorable locations as Horse Canyon, Castle Arch, Indian rock art and Peek-A-Boo Springs.

You can purchase tickets for full days of 4x4 and hiking outdoor activity at Canyonlands National Park, or half days. Ticket prices depend on the type of ticket and if you buy the tour in combination with another. For example, the 4X4/Jetboat Tour of Canyonlands National Park Tour can run a full day and will cost you $117.09. The Needles District of Canyonlands National Park by 4X4 Tour lasts a full day and costs $109.55. However, the Half Day Canyonlands National Park 4X4 Back Country Tour costs only $73.99. 

If you want to sample the best of Moab, Utah and the powerful, awe-inspiring Colorado River, then think about taking a 4x4 outdoor tour. This experience lets you experience nature at its most beautiful and most adventurous. What a great way to commemorate your vacation—by taking a 4x4 full day tour of a state park!