Kanab: Coral Pink Sand Dunes UTV, Slot Canyon & Sand Surfing

Coral Pink Sand Dunes is at its best when you stop admiring the orange sand and start moving through it. This two-hour outing gives you three very different ways to enjoy the park: a fast UTV ride, a short walk into Coral Pink Slot Canyon, and a sandy finale on a board or sled.

I like the mix. The UTV provides the fun and speed, while Bigfoot’s Hideout gives you a quieter 20-minute look at the canyon. I also like that guides such as Wyatt, Jack, Grace, Brogun, and Trey have been praised for taking photos, watching out for the group, and keeping the mood easygoing.

The main drawback is time. One hour goes to the ride, about 30 minutes to the canyon walk and guided visit, and 30 minutes to sledding or sandboarding. If you love riding more than anything else, you may wish the UTV portion lasted longer. Sand sledding can also be rough on the knees and backside.

Quick takeaways from the red dunes

• Three activities in two hours: You get a UTV ride, a slot canyon walk, and sandboarding or sledding without committing to a full-day outing.
• Bigfoot’s Hideout is a short stop: Allow about five minutes to walk to the entrance, then roughly 20 minutes inside the canyon area.
• The UTV portion is the main adrenaline hit: You spend about an hour crossing sandy terrain and reaching a scenic bluff.
• Star Dune supplies the finale: Sandboards are included, and you can glide down the dune after the guided ride and canyon visit.
• The guide shapes the day: Wyatt, Jack, Grace, Brogun, and others have been singled out for patience, photos, humor, and good group care.
• Budget for park entry: The $134 tour price is per person, but the $35 Coral Pink Sand Dunes entry fee is separate and charged per vehicle.

Riding the Coral Pink dunes by UTV

Meet at the ROAM Adventure Center at 12500 S Sand Dunes Road. From there, your guide takes you into Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park for about an hour of off-road driving.

The UTV is the heart of this outing. You move over sandy ground, cross dune areas, and stop at a bluff for wide views across the red and pink formations. The ride gives you a better sense of the park’s scale than a short walk from the parking area would. The sand shifts in color and texture, and the open setting makes every rise in the trail feel different.

The route also includes a playful search for Sandsquatch, the park’s legendary desert creature. Do not book this for serious wildlife spotting. Sandsquatch is part of the tour’s humor and atmosphere, a light touch that works well for families and groups looking for something more relaxed than a formal geology lesson.

Your guide controls the pace and handles the route. That matters on soft sand, where driving requires more than simply pointing a vehicle toward the highest dune. Several guides, including Jack, Wyatt, and Josh, have received praise for keeping the ride safe while still making it exciting. Grace and Brogun have also been singled out for their friendly, lively approach.

The scenic bluff stop is an important part of the hour. It gives you a chance to pause, take photos, and see the dunes from above rather than only from the seat of the UTV. Guides may also take photos and videos for you. Wyatt, in particular, has been praised for taking plenty of pictures, which is useful when you want a record of the day without keeping your phone out during the ride.

The limitation is simple: this is not an all-day off-road excursion. Some people will want more time on the smooth dunes, and one person specifically wished for a longer ride. If motorized dune driving is your top goal, check the tour timing carefully before you book. The appeal here is variety, not maximum driving time.

Walking into Bigfoot’s Hideout

After the UTV ride, you take a short walk of about five minutes to the entrance of Coral Pink Slot Canyon, known here as Bigfoot’s Hideout. The canyon portion lasts about 20 minutes and is described as a moderate, two-part exploration.

This is a small but useful change of pace. After the noise and motion of the UTV, you get a closer look at the sandstone walls and a chance to walk rather than ride. The canyon gives the outing a sense of place that a pure dune buggy tour would miss.

Do not expect a long backcountry hike. The walk is short, and the canyon visit is designed to fit into a compact two-hour schedule. That makes it practical for families, mixed-age groups, and anyone who wants a taste of slot canyon scenery without spending half a day on foot.

You should wear hiking shoes, as requested by the operator, and expect sandy ground. The moderate rating is worth noting. This is not presented as a strenuous trek, but it is still a walking section over natural terrain. Bring water, though the tour also supplies it.

The canyon may be the quietest part of the day, but it is not necessarily the highlight for everyone. One person would have preferred more time sliding down the dunes and considered the slot canyon only fine. That is a fair assessment if your idea of a perfect desert outing involves speed and repeated runs down a dune.

For me, the canyon earns its place because it breaks up the activity. You get the roar of the UTV, a short sandstone walk, and then the playful finale. The stop works best when you see it as a scenic interlude rather than the main event.

Sandboarding and sledding at Star Dune

The last 30 minutes take place at Star Dune. Here, the guide provides sandboards, and you can slide down the dune by board or sled.

This is the part that produces the biggest laughs. You climb the sand, choose your line, and then point yourself downhill. The first run may be cautious. After that, you will likely have a better feel for how the board or sled handles the soft surface.

The tour includes sandboards, which saves you from renting or carrying equipment. Water is included too, an important detail in a hot, exposed setting. Sunglasses are on the recommended packing list, and you should bring them even if you are more interested in speed than photos. Sand gets everywhere, and eye protection is practical.

The sledding can be surprisingly physical. One person called it painful, and that is useful advice rather than a reason to skip it. Sliding through soft sand is not the same as gliding over snow. You may stop quickly, tip over, or land hard. The activity is fun, but it can be less graceful than the pictures suggest.

A helpful feature is that the guide can take you back up to the top after a run, according to one direct account of the experience. That means you do not need to spend the entire 30 minutes trudging up every slope on your own. Still, sand walking takes effort, and you should be ready for a bit of exertion.

If you prefer sandboarding to sledding, ask about the board and listen closely to the guide’s instructions. The board gives you more control, but it also requires more balance. Sledding is simpler and often better for younger children, though the provided information does not give a minimum age or specific family policy, so confirm those details before booking.

Why the guides matter more than usual

On a short, activity-heavy tour, the guide has to do several jobs at once. The guide drives or directs the UTV portion, keeps the group together, explains the canyon stop, watches the clock, and helps people with the boards and sleds.

That personal attention shows up repeatedly in the guide names attached to this experience. Wyatt has been praised for area information and for taking photos and videos. Jack has been described as patient and careful with the group, including during a sunset departure. Grace and Gracie have been praised for energy, warmth, and making children feel comfortable.

Brogun has been described as easy to talk with and fun, while Trey was praised for leading a small group. Josh was noted for combining safety with a playful spirit. These details matter because the tour is not simply a rental where you collect equipment and head off alone. The guide sets the mood and helps you get more from each short stop.

You should still keep expectations sensible. A two-hour tour cannot provide a long geology talk, an extended canyon hike, and unlimited dune runs. The best guides make the transitions feel natural and help you use the available time well.

What the $134 price includes

The cost is $134 per person. That includes the guide, UTV ride, sandboards, and water. You pay the $35 park entry fee separately, charged per vehicle rather than per person.

The value depends on how much you would pay for each part on its own and how much help you want. You are paying for a guided UTV outing, access to the canyon portion, equipment for sandboarding, and a guide who manages the route and activities. You also avoid having to work out how to combine the dune ride, canyon stop, and sledding yourself.

For a family or group that wants several activities in a short period, the price is reasonable. It is especially useful if you value a guide who takes photos, helps with equipment, and keeps the experience moving. The positive comments about guides such as Wyatt, Jack, and Grace suggest that the human side of the tour is a real part of what you are buying.

The value is weaker if you want only one thing. A serious off-road fan may feel that one hour of UTV time is too brief. A dedicated hiker may find the canyon portion too short. A sandboarding enthusiast may wish for more than 30 minutes at Star Dune.

Remember the separate park fee when comparing prices. If you are already entering the park in your own vehicle, the $35 charge may fit into your wider plan. If this tour is your only reason for visiting, include it in the total budget.

Timing, weather, and what to pack

The tour lasts two hours, but the exact starting time depends on availability. Sunset departures can be especially appealing because the dunes take on stronger color as the light changes. One sunset outing was praised for its views and unhurried pace, but sunset times change during the year, so check the available start time when you reserve.

Wear hiking shoes for the canyon and sunglasses for the dunes. Bring a camera, snacks, and water-friendly expectations about your belongings. The operator supplies water, but snacks are not included.

Goggles and neck gaiters are not included. You may want them if you are sensitive to blowing sand, though the provided information does not say that they are required or available for rent. Keep your camera and phone secure during the UTV ride, then use the scenic stops for photos.

The park uses Mountain Standard Time. It is one hour different from Las Vegas and Arizona, so check your clock before meeting the group. This matters most if you are driving in from across the region or trying to connect the tour with another timed activity.

The experience is offered in English with a live guide. No other tour language is listed.

Who will enjoy this Kanab outing

This tour suits you if you want a compact burst of outdoor fun rather than a long, single-focus excursion. Families can split the day between riding, walking, and sliding. Couples and friends get plenty of chances for photos and shared laughs. It can also work for older adults who want an active outing with a guide managing the route and equipment.

Several people in their 50s, 60s, and 70s enjoyed the combination, including a group with a 78-year-old parent. That does not remove the need to judge your own mobility. The walk is rated moderate, dune walking takes effort, and sledding can be jarring. If you have concerns about balance, knees, or climbing sand, ask the operator before booking.

This is less suited to you if you want solitude, a long wilderness walk, or a technical off-road session. It is a shared guided activity, and the schedule keeps moving. You will get a taste of several parts of Coral Pink Sand Dunes rather than a slow, quiet visit to one area.

Booking details worth knowing

You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Kanab schedule is still shifting.

The meeting point is ROAM Adventure Center at 12500 S Sand Dunes Road. Arrive with sunglasses, hiking shoes, a camera, and snacks. The park entry ticket is not included, so plan for the separate $35 per vehicle charge.

The provider is Roam Outdoor Adventure Co. The overall rating is 4.9 from 68 ratings, with especially strong praise for the guides, small-group feel when available, scenic photo stops, and the combination of activities. The main cautions are the short UTV and canyon portions, plus the physical feel of sand sledding.

Should you book the Coral Pink Sand Dunes UTV tour?

Book it if you want the most variety from two hours at Coral Pink Sand Dunes. The UTV ride supplies the thrill, Bigfoot’s Hideout adds a short canyon walk, and Star Dune lets you finish with a board or sled. That combination gives you more than a basic dune ride without taking up an entire day.

Think twice if you want long stretches of driving or serious canyon hiking. In that case, the schedule may feel rushed, and you may wish the ride or dune time were longer.

For most visitors staying in Kanab, I would choose this as a lively first look at the park. Just budget for the separate entry fee, wear shoes you can walk in, and expect the final sled run to be fun rather than polished.

FAQ

How long does the Coral Pink Sand Dunes tour last?

The tour lasts two hours.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet at the ROAM Adventure Center at Coral Pink Sand Dunes, located at 12500 S Sand Dunes Road.

What activities are included?

The experience includes a UTV ride, a guided walk to and through Coral Pink Slot Canyon, and sandboarding or sledding at Star Dune.

Is the Coral Pink Sand Dunes entry fee included?

No. Entry to Coral Pink Sand Dunes costs $35 per vehicle and is not included in the tour price.

Are sandboards provided?

Yes. Sandboards are included.

Is water included?

Yes. Water is included, though you may also bring snacks.

What should I bring?

Bring sunglasses, a camera, snacks, and hiking shoes. Goggles and neck gaiters are not included.

What language is the tour offered in?

The tour has a live guide and is offered in English.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.