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Panoramic view of Bryce Canyon’s red rock hoodoos and cliffs under a bright blue sky.

Bryce Canyon BackCountry Tours

Explore the breathtaking backcountry with guided Bryce Canyon tours just beyond the national park.

 

Experience Bryce Canyon tours like never before. ROAM Outdoor Adventure Co offers the Bryce Canyon area's best guided UTV tours, along with unforgettable rappelling and slot canyon hikes just outside the National Park. From backcountry overlooks to stargazing the night sky and enjoying s'mores around the fire, our tours reveal the rugged beauty of Bryce Canyon’s red-rock landscape—away from the crowds, but only minutes from the park entrance.

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Person walking through the narrow sandstone walls of Willis Creek Slot Canyon near Bryce Canyon on a guided tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures.

Willis Creek Slot Canyon UTV & Hiking Tour

Best for All-Year Availability

Duration:

Group Size:

What to Bring:

2 Hours

50

Sunscreen, good hiking shoes

What's Provided:

Water

Ages:

All Ages

Willis Creek is an easy going and family-friendly slot canyon that easily ranks among the best slot canyons in the Southwest. Many locals consider it their favorite to explore due to a gentle stream that winds through the sculpted sandstone walls that rise higher and tighten as you walk, creating a cool, echoing corridor of shifting light and color.

In winter the stream can freeze over, turning the narrows into a sparkling frozen passage and giving the canyon a completely different kind of beauty and making for a fun time. Every turn reveals fresh patterns and textures, making Willis Creek a standout experience near Bryce Canyon for visitors of every age and ability.

Guests have the option to drive a UTV on this tour.

Adventurer standing inside a narrow sandstone canyon during a guided Bryce Canyon rappelling tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures.

The Bryce Canyon Drop

Dunham Slot Canyon Rappelling Tour

Duration:

Group Size:

What to Bring:

4 Hours

12

Good hiking shoes, optional snacks, 1+ liters of water

What's Provided:

All rappelling gear, a bottle of water

Ages:

6+

Looking for the most exciting thing to do around Bryce Canyon?
The Bryce Canyon Drop—locally known as Dunham Slot Canyon—offers one of the region’s most striking canyoneering adventures.

A short approach leads you into towering red sandstone walls that twist into tight, glowing passageways.
Guided by our expert team, you’ll descend through the slot on three exciting rappels, highlighted by an 85-foot finale that gives the canyon its name. Even beginners can feel confident with our guides managing the ropes. As you step out into the Paria River, keep an eye out for ancient markings etched into the canyon walls—a quiet reward from the area’s past—before tackling the final climb out, a steady challenge that crowns this unforgettable Bryce Country experience.

This tour combines the rush of dramatic rappels with the hidden beauty of narrow slots and the timeless character of Bryce Canyon’s red rock landscape—an unforgettable adventure from start to finish.
*No dogs allowed on this tour.

*alternate site available (just as epic!) for large groups or inclement weather TBD by ROAM Staff.

Group riding a UTV on a guided Bryce Canyon tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures, exploring red rock backcountry trails near Bryce Canyon National Park.

Grand to Bryce Overlook UTV Tour

The Bryce Canyon Area's Best Guided UTV Tour

Duration:

Group Size:

What to Bring:

2 Hours

35

A camera, good hiking shoes, a light jacket for night time

What's Provided:

Water

Ages:

All Ages

Welcome to the best UTV-based tour in the Bryce Canyon backcountry—an unforgettable two-hour adventure that combines the thrill of off-roading with the beauty of one of Utah’s most iconic landscapes. Load up near Bryce Canyon and set out on trails with the option to drive your own UTV or relax while our experienced guide takes the wheel. Along the way you’ll enjoy wide-open desert views, striking red rock formations, and the kind of backcountry scenery most visitors never get to see.

Your ride ends at a show-stopping vantage point we call “The Grand To Bryce Overlook.” Here the canyon suddenly opens into a dramatic panorama of towering cliffs and the confluence of several major canyons—an awe-inspiring overlook that makes the perfect finale for this one-of-a-kind experience.

Whether you’re a first-time rider or a seasoned adventurer, this tour delivers the Bryce Canyon area's hidden grandeur with excitement and ease.

Group of people sitting around a campfire under a star-filled night sky during a Bryce Canyon stargazing tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures.

Grand to Bryce Sunset S'mores and Stars Tour

Relax, Ride, Enjoy

Duration:

Group Size:

What to Bring:

2.5 Hours

25

A camera, warm clothes

What's Provided:

Guide, Fire, S'mores, Water

Ages:

1+

Experience one of the best Bryce Canyon UTV tours as you ride through the backcountry near Bryce Canyon National Park to an unforgettable sunset destination. This guided sunset ATV tour lets you drive your own UTV or ride with an expert guide across easy, scenic trails through the Grand Staircase's breathtaking red-rock landscape to our exclusive Grand to Bryce destination.

More than just a UTV ride, this is one of the most unique things to do near Bryce Canyon National Park. Explore the remote Bryce Canyon backcountry, far from the crowds, before arriving at a beautiful sunset location where you’ll gather around a campfire to enjoy fresh, gooey s’mores. As daylight fades, the first stars often begin to appear overhead. Thanks to Bryce Canyon National Park’s designation as an International Dark Sky Park, clear nights often reveal brilliant constellations and even the Milky Way on some nights.

Perfect for families, couples, photographers, and adventure seekers, this Bryce Canyon backcountry UTV tour combines scenic off-road driving, incredible desert landscapes, a memorable Bryce Canyon sunset, campfire s’mores, and some of the darkest skies in the country for the ride home. If you’re searching for the best Bryce Canyon UTV tour, a Bryce Canyon sunset tour, or an unforgettable Southern Utah adventure, this experience delivers an evening you’ll never forget.

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Every ROAM adventure is designed to complement your time in Bryce Canyon National Park—guiding you beyond the park’s edge into the rugged, uncrowded backcountry few visitors ever see. Choose ROAM, and you’ll experience what no other tour can provide:


 

  • Roam offers the only guided UTV tours in the Bryce Canyon region
     

  • We are locally owned & operated, our guides know Southern Utah’s backcountry inside out
     

  • Gain access to exclusive overlooks beyond the park’s paved roads
     

  • All tours are small-group experiences, never more than 50 explorers at once, for a personal feel and up-close adventure
     

  • We run tours year-round!

     

Want to learn more about what makes ROAM the top choice for Bryce Canyon tours? See what past adventurers have to say!

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Why Choose ROAM’s Bryce Canyon Tours?

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REVIEWS FROM PAST ADVENTURERS

Woman climbing red rocks on a Bryce Canyon tour with ROAM.

EMIR Y.

We did a UTV tour with Roam Outdoor Adventure and had an incredible time. The vehicle was super powerful with unbelievable traction, handled everything with ease. Our guide was great, and the canyons we explored were absolutely worth seeing. Such a fun experience, would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.

A UTV zooming through red sand on a Bryce Canyon Tour operated by ROAM.

ERICA L.

We booked the Sunset and Smores tour and had the BEST TIME EVER! Our tour guides were awesome and made the trip about us and what we wanted to do. We even got the opportunity to sandboard on the dunes. Driving the UTV was a blast! We haven't laughed that hard in ages! Totally worth the trip off the beaten path for this tour!

A UTV kicks up red sand during a Bryce Canyon tour with ROAM.

ASHLEY H.

My sister and I booked a UTV trip with Roam today and we both had a BLAST!!! I think we were both smiling the entire time. The UTVs themselves are so incredibly fun to drive, the surrounding area was beautiful, and we got to go to so many cool sites.

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There’s so much to see and do in Bryce Canyon that it can be hard to know where to begin. Here are a few tips, tricks, and recommendations to help you make the most of your time in the park.

 

About Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon National Park is world-famous for its hoodoos, natural amphitheaters, sunrise and sunset viewpoints, and starry night skies. Designated an International Dark Sky Park, it’s one of the best stargazing destinations in America. Pair your park visit with the ROAM Stargazing S’mores Tour for the ultimate experience.

 

Hours of Operation and Location

The park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can enter the park through the north entrance on Highway 63, just off Scenic Byway 12. Or, if you're joining us for a tour, we will gather near Tropic, Utah, a city just minutes from the entrance for quick access to the backcountry routes.

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How to Get to Bryce

Bryce Canyon National Park is located in south-central Utah along Highway 63, just off Scenic Byway 12 near Bryce Canyon City.

 

From Las Vegas (LAS) – roughly 270 miles; take I-15 north to UT-20 east, then US-89 south and UT-12 east to Highway 63.

 

From Salt Lake City (SLC) – about 270 miles; follow I-15 south to UT-20 east, then US-89 south and UT-12 east to Highway 63.

 

From Phoenix (PHX) – about 350 miles; drive I-17 north to I-40 east, then US-89 north and UT-12 east to Highway 63.

 

Regional airports make the trip even shorter: St. George Regional Airport (SGU) is about 125 miles and Page Municipal Airport (PGA) is about 150 miles away. After your flight, rent a car or RV to enjoy the scenic approach along Utah’s Scenic Byway 12.

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Tips for Planning Your Bryce Adventure

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Adventurer exploring a narrow sandstone canyon on a guided Bryce Canyon tour near Tropic, Utah.
Group enjoying a stargazing campfire under the Milky Way during a Bryce Canyon tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures.
Woman on a Willis Creek Slot Canyon hike with ROAM Outdoor Adventure Co.

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Beyond ROAM’s guided Bryce Canyon tours, top sights to see, destinations to explore, and things to do in the park include: 

 

  • Hike Navajo Loop

  • Hike Queen’s Garden

  • Hike Peekaboo Loops

  • Drive the 18-mile Bryce Canyon Scenic Drive

  • Visit Sunrise Point

  • Visit Sunset Point

  • Visit Inspiration Point

  • Visit Rainbow Point

 

To experience Bryce beyond the main tourist attractions, sign up for a ROAM guided tour.

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OUR LOCATION NEAR BRYCE

ROAM’s Bryce Canyon tours depart from Bryce Pioneer Village at 80 S Main Street in Tropic, Utah—approximately a 20-minute drive from the Bryce Canyon Visitor Center. Allow 20 minutes for travel, plus the check-in time listed in your booking confirmation. Pair a morning exploring the national park with our two-hour Grand to Bryce Overlook UTV Tour for an afternoon adventure in the backcountry outside the park.

Where to Stay Near Bryce

Pioneer Village near Bryce Canyon for guests joining ROAM Bryce Canyon tours.

PIONEER VILLAGE

ROAM's Bryce Canyon headquarters and launch point for all tours.  Conveniently located near the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park, this lodge-style property offers comfortable rooms and easy access to popular trailheads and your scheduled ROAM Bryce Canyon tours.

Clear Sky Luxury dome suite with panoramic desert views near Bryce Canyon.

CLEAR SKY RESORTS

A luxury glamping resort featuring sky-domes with panoramic views of the Bryce Canyon night sky.

Sunset RV campground surrounded by pines in Bryce Canyon National Park.

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK CAMPGROUND

The North and Sunset campgrounds inside the park provide both tent and RV sites.

Modern glamping cabins at Ofland Escalante near Bryce Canyon, perfect for relaxing after guided Bryce Canyon tours.

OFLAND ESCALANTE

A stylish, adventure-focused resort near the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, ideal for visitors pairing a ROAM Willis Creek Slot Canyon hike with a day trip through Escalante’s slot canyons.

Canyon Country Lodge near Bryce Canyon National Park offering comfortable stays for travelers on Bryce Canyon tours.

CANYON COUNTRY LODGE

A comfortable hotel option in Escalante for travelers exploring both Bryce Canyon and the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument, with modern amenities and easy access to Scenic Byway 12.

Family riding a UTV on a guided Bryce Canyon tour with ROAM Outdoor Adventures.

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Discover why travelers call ROAM’s adventures the best Bryce Canyon tours in Utah. Reserve your spot today. 

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