Canyonlands National Park Needles District by 4x4

Overview

Explore the awe-inspiring landscape of Chesler Park, located in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. This full-day tour by 4-wheel drive (4WD) visits remote sections of the pristine wilderness. Your expert guide drives over some of Utah's most rugged off-road tracks to highlights such as Elephant Hill, Devil's Kitchen, Devil's Lane and SOB Hill. Take an optional 3-mile (4.8-km) hike on the incredible Joint Trail to experience even more of this national park’s breathtaking beauty up close.

City: Moab

Tue 24 Dec

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What's Included

Professional guide

Hotel pick-up and drop-off (depending on location)

Transport by 4x4 vehicle

Ice Water

Buffet-style lunch

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Things to Bring: reusable bottle (your guide will have lots of extra water available), sun protection/camera/suitable attire and footwear for the weather
NAVTEC Expeditions is an authorized concessionaire of Canyonlands and Arches National Park
If you have an Annual National Parks Pass, please bring this for your park entrance fee, otherwise you will need to purchase a day pass for $15
Every 4x4 tour needs a minimum of 3 individuals to run. If your trip does not meet the minimum the day prior, you will be offered other tour options or get a full refund (Another option is to pay for the 3rd fare)

What To Expect

NAVTEC Expeditions - Day Tours

Make your own way to the conveniently located meeting point in Moab, then hop into the sturdy and comfortable 4WD vehicle for the scenic 2-hour drive to Chesler Park, located in the heart of the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park.

Needles District Visitor Center

The Needles District offers awe-inspiring landscapes and scenic vistas at every turn. Admire towering multicolored rock formations, ancient rock art, desert landscapes dotted with cactus and the vibrant blue southwestern sky. Keep an eye out for a variety of critters including birds, lizards, mule deer and big horn sheep, and enjoy the scent of pinyon, juniper and sage brush in the desert air.

Elephant Hill

Your guide expertly maneuvers the 4WD over Elephant Hill, known as one of the most challenging 4WD trails in southeastern Utah. Pass Devil's Kitchen and cruise down Devil's Lane before encountering SOB Hill, another challenge to the driving skills of your guide.

Canyonlands National Park

At midday, enjoy a delicious buffet-style picnic lunch at a gorgeous viewpoint. Afterward, have the option to hike the Joint Trail to the spacious meadows of Chesler Park, one of Canyonlands' most spectacular spots. Expect to walk a 3-mile loop on a well-groomed trail that passes between enormous boulders and side canyons. The trail has a good walking surface and steep uphill pitch in parts, making for a challenging hike suitable for strong hikers. Or skip the hike and simply relax at the vehicle with time to soak up the beauty around you. Either way, your 4WD tour takes you to some of the more remote parts of the Canyonlands so that you can experience this stunning landscape firsthand.

Utah Scenic Byway 279 Rock Art Sites

In an area filled with challenging mountain passes, technical terrain and plenty of level 2, 3 and 4 hikes, the Rock Art Sites of Moab offer travelers easy access to ancient drawings scattered along paths even a novice can navigate.

Moab

After a full day of exploring by 4WD, your guide returns you to your starting point in Moab to end your tour.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (220)

family4us1998

Aug 2018

This was an unforgettable day for my family. Our guide Ben had a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding the history, geology, and pretty much anything else you would want to know regarding the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. The "road" that we were on definitely required a very knowledgeable driver and provided an experience that we thoroughly enjoyed. The great thing about this tour is the hike that you do when you reach the point of turn around in the park. It was great to be outside and the hike itself was magnificent. We literally saw 2 other people the entire day - our idea of a National Park experience! If you want to go to the Needles this is definitely the way to do it!

Michel D

Aug 2018

An unforgettable day with our super guide in the Bear Ears 4x4. A lot of history about the Canyonlands National Park. We booked a whole day trip and going regular tour will never go. You have to trust the driver (the guide), because there is no real road in some location of the canyons. We recommend NAVTEC.

janetwD4656GQ

Aug 2018

This adventure is truly unique, as we had never done a 4x4 tour through country as rugged and beautiful as this. Our guide was fantastic, pointing out petroglyphs and pictographs after we expressed interest. The "road" is up and down some large boulders, and clearly requires a great deal of skill to navigate, yet I was never worried about our safety. The scenery is spectacular. And the hike through The Joint another unique aspect of this enjoyable and thrilling day trip. Be prepared for hot and dry. The company was well provision, both for lunch and with water for us.