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Behind the Wheel at Diana’s Throne: Drive a Can‑Am Maverick into East Zion’s backcountry
A focused, two‑hour self‑drive UTV experience from East Zion Adventures that includes a short driving lesson, guided helmet communications, and two viewpoint photo stops—this guide lays out the route, gear notes, and planner essentials.
Behind the Wheel at Diana’s Throne: Drive a Can‑Am Maverick into East Zion’s backcountry.
Diana’s Throne is a short, high-adrenaline window into East Zion: you take the wheel of a customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick and, after a brief lesson, pilot it across rugged backcountry with the mountains of Zion National Park looming on the horizon. Each rider wears a provided helmet equipped with speakers and a microphone so the guide can deliver driving tips and an interpretive narrative while remaining off‑vehicle; the outing culminates at two main viewpoints chosen for photography.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick — you drive
This is East Zion Adventures’ only off‑road experience where participants drive. The tour centers on a top‑of‑the‑line, customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick that delivers the acceleration and suspension to handle mild to rugged terrain.
Backcountry ridgelines and two photo viewpoints
The route threads the backcountry mountains of East Zion and stops at two main viewpoints for photos, with Zion National Park’s peaks visible in the distance—designed to maximize scenery within a two‑hour window.
Hands‑on instruction with guided helmet communications
The outing begins with a short driving lesson and each participant uses a provided helmet fitted with speakers and a microphone so the guide can offer driving tips and an interpretive experience while remaining out of the vehicle.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
The tour unfolds as a compact, deliberate sequence: a roughly 30‑minute orientation and driving lesson to familiarize you with the Maverick, followed by about an hour behind the wheel exploring East Zion’s mild to rugged backcountry, and finishing with roughly 30 minutes dedicated to two viewpoint stops for photos. The helmet intercom keeps the guide connected to drivers for real‑time coaching and interpretation, so you feel supported even while driving.
THE MACHINE
A customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick — you drive
This is East Zion Adventures’ only off‑road experience where participants drive. The tour centers on a top‑of‑the‑line, customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick that delivers the acceleration and suspension to handle mild to rugged terrain.
THE ROUTE
Backcountry ridgelines and two photo viewpoints
The route threads the backcountry mountains of East Zion and stops at two main viewpoints for photos, with Zion National Park’s peaks visible in the distance—designed to maximize scenery within a two‑hour window.
THE GUIDE & GEAR
Hands‑on instruction with guided helmet communications
The outing begins with a short driving lesson and each participant uses a provided helmet fitted with speakers and a microphone so the guide can offer driving tips and an interpretive experience while remaining out of the vehicle.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing best suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Participants are required to wear operator‑provided helmets fitted with speakers and a microphone; dress warmly for fall, winter, and spring tours.
Helmets include speakers and a microphone so the guide can provide driving tips and an interpretive experience while remaining out of the vehicle.
Layered, warm clothing is recommended for colder months; the operator explicitly advises dressing warm during fall, winter, and spring tours.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I drive the vehicle?
Yes — this is the operator’s only off‑road experience where participants drive the customized 2022 Can‑am Maverick themselves, after a short driving lesson.
How long is the tour and how is time allocated?
The total duration is two hours: approximately 30 minutes for preparation and instruction, one hour of driving, and 30 minutes for viewpoints and photos at two stops.
Where do we meet for the tour?
The meeting location is Thunderbird Lodge (4530 S State St Mt. Carmel, UT 84755); the operator asks participants to arrive 15 minutes early.
Is protective gear provided?
Yes — each participant is required to wear an operator‑provided helmet that includes speakers and a microphone for guide communication.
Is there a damage deposit or other preconditions?
A refundable damage deposit of $1,000 is required upon arrival before departure on the tour.
What if the weather is severe?
The tour may not operate during severe weather conditions; the operator can cancel or modify tours under such conditions.