Capitol Reef's Premier UTV Tours
Cost: $225 +
UTV Options: 2, 4 and 6 seat UTV’s
Duration: 2 + Hours
Elevation: 6,800-7,571
Difficulty: moderate
Terrain: Sandy, rocky, slick rock
Group Size: 1-20
Required: Reusable water bottle
MOST POPULAR
VELVET RIDGE
TORREY, UTAH
Simply the best 2 hour tour on the planet!
Our most popular tour for over 2 decades and certainly not going to be outmatched. Named after a series of smooth or “velvet” looking Bentonite dunes, the “Velvets” as locals call it, are surrounded by towering 2,000 + foot red rock cliffs in all directions.
This 2 hour excursion starts in Torrey and in less than 5 minutes takes us on part of the great western trail.
Tours must be reserved the day prior and are available 2-3 times daily during prime weather. See seasonal specifics by clicking below.
- Sunset scheduled departures
- Departs from CRO’s Storefront; 1012 E Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775
- Two seat Polaris RZR 900 – $225
- Polaris RZR 1000 (4 seats) – $275
- Polaris Ranger Crew (6 seats) $300
Velvet Ridge tours often sell-out. Book Now!
Cost: $425 per 2 seat UTV
UTV Options: 2 Seat 50″ or less
Duration: 3 + Hours
Elevation: 6,800-8,660
Difficulty: not for timid drivers
Terrain: Sandy, rocky, slick rock
Group Size: 1-10
Required: Reusable water bottle
THE FAMOUS
HELLS HOLE
TORREY, UTAH
Guides Favorite!
Our most challenging ride which also includes part of the Velvet Ridge Tour, will have you on the edge of your seat. This 3 + hour excursion starts in Torrey and quickly takes us to Velvet Ridge and eventually Hells Hole.
Some technical driving is required and we recommend a different tour if you’re not up for it. Incredible scenery with spectacular short hikes off the machines!
Tours must be reserved the day prior and are available twice daily. See seasonal specifics by clicking the button below.
- Torrey preferred departures; Skyridge Inn, Broken Spur, Cougar Ridge, Lodge at Red River, Red Sands, Wonderland RV
- Other departure locations; 1000 Lakes RV, Chuckwagon Lodge, Great Western Trailhead
Two seat Polaris RZR Trail 900 – $425
Cost: $450 +
UTV Options: 2, 4 and 6 seaters
Duration: 4 + Hours
Elevation: 6,800-11,317
Difficulty: moderate
Terrain: sandy, rocky, dirt roads
Group Size: 1-20
Required: water bottle, jacket
AQUARIUS
PLATEAU TOUR
TORREY, UTAH
High country summer favorite!
Adventuring atop the Aquarius Plateau get’s you out of the heat and into the true wilds of southern Utah. This 4 + hour excursion takes us from Torrey to a maximum elevation of 11,317 feet with a short hike to the top of Bluebell Knoll.
Rural forest service roads make up the first 10 miles, after which we steadily gain altitude through dense pine and aspen trees. The highest timbered plateau in North America and home to large herds of elk, deer and many other species of wildlife. Enjoy countless meadowlands and options for hiking to lookouts peering down on Capitol Reef National Park.
- BOOK NOW – Availability can be limiting
- Departs from CRO’s Storefront; 1012 E Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775
- Polaris RZR 900 Trail $450
- Polaris RZR 1000 (4 seats) – $550
- Polaris Ranger Crew 1000 (6 seats) $600
PRICE: $600 per 2 seat UTV
UTV Options: Polaris 2 seat RZR 900 trail UTV only
Duration: 5-6 hours
Elevation: 6,800-11,317
Difficulty: moderate
Terrain: sandy, rocky, dirt roads
Group Size: 1-20
Required: water bottle, jacket
SULPHUR BASIN
1000 LAKES TOUR
TORREY, UTAH
Truly a world class UTV experience!
Lunch included 5-6 hour tour
The adventure quickly begins just a couple minutes outside Torrey as we follow the Great Western Trail. First, we visit Velvet Ridge and Hells Hole. Enjoy navigating through deep canyons, washes and towering red rock cliffs culminating at the Sulphur Spring summit overlook at 10,400 feet.
This 5 + hour looped ride takes us from Torrey passing above Hells Hole. Enjoy a lakeside lunch siesta at Round Lake before the second leg of the journey descending over 3,500 feet to the valley floor.
Points of interest: Hells Hole, Velvet Ridge, Deep Creek Overlook, Cathedral Valley Overlook, Round Lake, 1000 Lakes Caldera and much more
- BOOK NOW – Not available daily. Advance reservations recommended
- Departs from CRO’s Storefront; 1012 E Highway 24, Torrey, UT 84775
- 50″ or less trail – requires Polaris RZR 900 Trail machine $600