Capitol Reef National Park: Cathedral Valley off-road Jeep tour
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.
- 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.
- Full-day is an 7-9 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.
Options
Full-day Cathderdal Valley
Duration: 7 hours
Full Cathedral Valley Loop: This option is a long full-day tour that completes the entire Cathedral Valley Loop.
Covered 4x4 SUV, AC
Pickup included
What's included in Capitol Reef National Park: Cathedral Valley off-road Jeep tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)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.
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.
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!
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We are also available to pick up our guests at local short term rental properties (Airbnb, VRBO, etc) in the Torrey, Teasdale, Grover areas. Simply reach out to us prior to booking to confirm your lodging address is in our area and we will coordinate pickup.
Meeting / End Points
- This pick-up address is The Hidden Falls gas station's parking lot. The same parking lot is shared with La Cueva 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.
