Off-Roading in Moab, Utah

Most visitors to Moab, Utah, see the incredible geologic wonders here — the arches, the canyons, the towering red rocks — via hiking trail. Fewer opt for adventures that take them beyond the trails and into the heart of the wilderness.

One option for doing so involves driving Jeeps and other rugged vehicles along designated off-roading trails. These activities are possible for those with special licenses, but more casual visitors can easily rent a vehicle to drive, or ride as a passenger with a local company. Tours from companies like Outlaw Jeep Tours are one of the best ways to view these incredible places. With Outlaw, you can even bring your own 4×4 vehicle and hire a guide to show you the ropes.

Off-roading involves driving at slow speeds in a low gear up and down and through some of the desert’s most extreme rock formations. The whole process is exhilarating and rewarding, combining incredible views with rushes of adrenaline, whether you opt to experience the sport as a passenger or driver.

Rather than stand in line at busy national parks and share the trails with hundreds of other tourists, these tours offer a great way to get out into the wilderness and experience a new sport without the crowds.