Full-Day Private Off-Road Tour in Capitol Reef National Park

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You can select up to 4 travelers in total.

Adult (12-99) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 4

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Half-day Cathedral Valley

2 Adults x $490.00

$980.00

Approx Total

$980.00

Duration: 4 hours: If you don't have all day for the entire loop of the Cathedral Valley, take this 4- hour tour the most beautiful part of it.
Temple of the Sun and Moon: Includes Glass Mountain, Bentonite, and Queen of the Wash
Pickup included

Full-day Cathderdal Valley

2 Adults x $600.00

$1,200.00

Approx Total

$1,200.00

Duration: 7 hours: This option is a long full-day tour that completes the entire Cathedral Valley Loop.
SUV: AC, conditioner, 4x4 vehicle that fits up to passengers.
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: Russian, English, Italian
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle

Park's entrance fee $10
Gratuities

Overview

Cathedral Valley is one of those places that visitors always end up asking "Where is that?, why didn't I see that when I visited Capitol Reef?" The reality is, though some of its most awe-inspiring features are included in promotional photos and literature, access to the region is not something a new visitor to the park in a rental vehicle would be advised to embark on. It is, however, one that is highly recommended to any visitor who wants to experience the true heart and soul of Capitol Reef. We offer two options for this tour: 1. Half Day and 2. Full Day. 1. Half-day tour will take you to the most beautiful and iconic features of Capitol Reef: Temple of the Sun, Temple of Moon, and The Glass Mountain. You will see grand vistas of the colorful Bentonite and Mancos Shale, Mars-like formations. 2. Full-day is an 8-hour long trip that will take you on a 60-mile Cathedral Valley loop to all 8 destinations detailed in the tour's itinerary of the "What to expect" session below.

Pickup points

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Broken Spur Inn 955 E Sr-24, Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Cactus Hill Motel 938 Birch Creek Road, Teasdale, Utah, United States, US, 84773
Capitol Reef Resort 2600 E Highway 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Cathedral Valley Inn 25 E Sr 24, Caineville, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Chuck Wagon Lodge 12 W Main St, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775-8050
Cougar Ridge Lodge 650 East Cougar Ridge Road, 650 East Cougar Ridge Road, Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Days Inn by Wyndham Torrey Capital Reef 825 East SR 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Motel Torrey 415 West Main Street, Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Noor Hotel 877 North State Route 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Red Sands Hotel and Spa 670 East Hwy 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Skyridge Inn 1012 E Hwy 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
Skyview Hotel 876 West SR 24, Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775
The Lodge At Red River Ranch 2900 West Highway 24, P.O. Box 22, Teasdale, Utah, United States, US, 84773
The Rim Rock Inn 2523 E Highway 24, , Torrey, Utah, United States, US, 84775

Pickup details

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Meeting points

This pick-up address is The Hidden Falls gas station's parking lot. The same parking lot is shared with La Queva restaurant. Park under a big green sign with gas prices on. Your tour guide will arrive in a SUV/Jeep with the letters MERIDIAN on it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Cathedral Valley

We will pick up guests at their lodging location in one of our luxury off-road SUVs. Guests will then be transported through approximately 70 miles of some of the most remote terrain in Utah. The renowned Cathedral Valley Loop includes a dramatic river crossing (in the safety of our capable SUVs) as well as scenic stops. Refreshments will be provided as well as a stop for lunch and/or snacks. Insight into the history, both ancient, geologic, and recent, will be provided to add to the pure scenic spectacle that is an unforgettable memory and adventure.

5 hours
N/A

The road into this location takes you through some spectacular, rainbow-striped sedimentary hills of Jurrasic era deposits that need to be seen to be believed.

15 minutes
N/A

Guests will be treated with a birds-eye view of the amazing monoliths and geology of Cathedral Valley below and a vista across the valley to the nearly twelve thousand foot high Thousand Lakes Mountain. A short, 1/4mile hike will bring those who wish an even closer look at this amazing valley!

10 minutes
N/A

This overlook offers stunning views right from the parking area and even more beautiful vistas from the end of an easy, 1/4mile hike. Guests will see the best view of the iconic Jailhouse Rock formation which is the centerpiece of the overlook.

20 minutes
N/A

A short spur road off of the main loop will bring guests to another short hike(optional) of 1/8mile to one of the highest overlook points on the tour. From this point, amazing views and photos await, spanning east and west up and down the valley below.

15 minutes
N/A (Pass By)

Magnificient Entrada formation that represents the name of Cathedral Valley.
N/A

This is where the story of The Glass Mountain ends. Possible pronghorn antelope viewing.

20 minutes
N/A

Sandstone iconic towers that only 1% of visitors to Capitol Reef National Park get to experience.

30 minutes
N/A

A unique on Earth site where an enormous crystal lattice rises from the desert sands and glistens in the afternoon sunlight.

15 minutes
N/A

A knowledgeable guide will lead you around this iconic monolith and show you the best viewing and photography points.

20 minutes

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for visually impaired travelers

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February 06100% refund

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A wonderful, interesting and fun day

Published on Nov, 2024

Mel, the owner, has not lose his sense of awe and wonder. He is as happy to be out among the gorgeous and interesting sites as we were to go. Mel, has a lot of knowledge of the area and we learned a lot. We saw The Temple of the Sun and The Temple of the Moon. Then we chose to go to an entirely different environment and saw The Factory. The feeling of Remote is overwhelming and beautiful. I would only want to be with someone who truly knows the area, and Mel does.

Excellent!

Published on Nov, 2024

The experience was incredible! Amazing! The tour guide Mel was great! He gave us a lot of info. Excellent!

A visit to an alien planet

Published on Oct, 2024

We had to cancel our full day tour because of the weather so we did a 4 hour tour today. Mel was a fantastic guide and so informative.

A great trip. Mel was an excellent guide and gave us options for what we wanted to see.

Published on Oct, 2024

The Bentonite Hills were amazing as was all of the geology. I feel that we were able to see Cathedral Valley in its entirety.

A must do!!

Published on Sep, 2024

A must do at Capitol Reef NP. Our guide, Mel, was fantastic!! The jeep he used was new and spotlessly clean. He was extremely knowledgeable about the land, formations and geological history. He was also laid back and very personable with a great sense of humor. Highly recommend. You will not be disappointed!

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