ORDERVILLE ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Through a Red Veil: A 3‑Hour UTV Run and Slot‑Canyon Hike out of Orderville
A 3-hour off-road experience that pairs a thrilling UTV approach with a guided hike through a narrow, 100‑foot red‑walled slot canyon—this guide focuses on what to expect and how to prepare.
Through a Red Veil: A 3‑Hour UTV Run and Slot‑Canyon Hike out of Orderville.
The Crimson Canyon Unlimited Hike & UTV Tour begins with a high-adrenaline ride in a customized off‑road machine and delivers exclusive access to a slot canyon reached only by UTV. Once at the canyon mouth, a guided hike threads between towering red walls, with narrow passages and technical sections that require guided climbs and route‑finding through dramatic geology and Native American history.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Narrow, Towering Red Walls
The slot canyon’s red walls soar to roughly 100 feet with only a 6–10‑foot gap in places, creating an immersive, cathedral‑like corridor that defines the hike.
Off‑Road Access to Private Country
The trip opens with a tailored UTV run over unpaved, private access terrain—an essential approach that gets you far from roads and into the remote canyon mouth.
Guided Hike with Technical Climbs
Guides lead the party through the slot, where large boulders require climbs of roughly 8–10 feet with assistance; the route forms a loop that returns to the UTV for the drive back.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Expect a compact, intense outing: a fast UTV approach into remote redrock country, followed by a sustained hike through a narrow slot where the party negotiates boulder steps and tight squeezes under towering walls. The guide balances pace and interpretation—pointing out geological features and Native American history—before the loop returns you to the waiting UTV for the run back to the meeting point.
THE LANDSCAPE
Narrow, Towering Red Walls
The slot canyon’s red walls soar to roughly 100 feet with only a 6–10‑foot gap in places, creating an immersive, cathedral‑like corridor that defines the hike.
THE RIDE
Off‑Road Access to Private Country
The trip opens with a tailored UTV run over unpaved, private access terrain—an essential approach that gets you far from roads and into the remote canyon mouth.
THE ROUTE
Guided Hike with Technical Climbs
Guides lead the party through the slot, where large boulders require climbs of roughly 8–10 feet with assistance; the route forms a loop that returns to the UTV for the drive back.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs approximately 3 hours; it may not operate in severe weather and sections can retain water after heavy rain—plan accordingly.
Wear sturdy hiking shoes, bring a water bottle and a camera; after heavy rain be prepared with a change of socks and shoes.
The tour departs from the designated meeting point—arrive early to ensure prompt departure as the route is remote and access is by UTV.
Rated difficult: no rappelling is involved, but large boulder climbs of roughly 8–10 feet are typical; guides provide assistance where needed.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Crimson Canyon Unlimited Hike & UTV Tour?
The tour duration is approximately 3 hours.
Is any rappelling involved?
No—there is no rappelling on this tour.
Do I need to be able to climb during the hike?
Yes—the route includes climbs of about 8–10 feet over large boulders, and guide assistance is provided.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring a water bottle and camera; if you expect recent rain, bring a change of socks and shoes.
Will the tour run in bad weather?
The tour may not operate in severe weather; after heavy rain, parts of the canyon can hold water but the trip typically proceeds—come prepared for wet conditions.
Can groups request a less technical experience?
Yes—if a less technical option without climbing is desired, the Red Rock Slot Canyon is offered as an alternate option.