Private Arches National Park Backcountry 4x4 Tour — Half-Day Moab Adventure
Ride a private 4x4 through Arches National Park's backcountry—no entry reservation required. This half-day tour pairs climate-controlled comfort with close-up views of Tower Arch, Marching Men and other sandstone formations.
The Experience
Before You Go
Skip the reservation stress
This tour includes park entry and removes the need for an Arches timed entry reservation—bring ID and your booking confirmation.
Protect against sun and dust
Desert sun is intense and roads are dusty—wear a wide-brim hat, UV protection, and bring sunglasses; a buff helps with dust.
Bring layered clothing
Vehicle AC and desert temperatures can vary—carry a lightweight layer for cool mornings and shade stops.
Camera ready, but move safely
Guides can stop for photos almost anywhere; step carefully on uneven surfaces and avoid trampling vegetation.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Petrified Dunes overlook—textured sandstone waves just off the main route
- •Marching Men and Eye of the Whale—less-trafficked formations seen on backcountry tracks
Wildlife
- •Desert bighorn sheep
- •Collared lizards and other small reptiles
Conservation Note
Stay on designated routes and avoid stepping on cryptobiotic soil; the tour’s use of existing roads helps limit new impacts, but visitors should still practice Leave No Trace.
Arches sits on Navajo and Entrada Sandstone shaped over 150 million years; the area also preserves traces of Native American presence and early Euro-American ranching.
What to Bring
Sun hat and sunglassesEssential
Shields you from intense desert sun during stops and open-road sections.
Sturdy walking shoesEssential
Support and traction for short, uneven walks off the vehicle.
Light insulating layer
Useful for cool mornings or chilly vehicle interiors.
Camera with polarizing filter
Enhances sky contrast and reduces glare on expansive desert vistas.
Common Questions
Do I need an Arches National Park reservation to join?
No—the tour includes the park entry fee and covers any necessary reservations, so you don't need a separate timed-entry ticket.
Is the tour suitable for children and older adults?
Yes—vehicles are private and climate-controlled; infant seats are available and stops can be tailored to mobility needs.
Are pets allowed on the tour?
Service animals are permitted, but pets are generally not allowed off-vehicle inside the park—confirm with the operator beforehand.
Will we get out and hike?
Expect short, optional walks to viewpoints and arches; this is not a long hiking tour but does include brief on-foot photo stops.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
3.5–4.5 hours
Location
Moab, Utah
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—mostly vehicle-based with short, optional off-vehicle walks on uneven ground
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