ESCALANTE ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
Through the Needle: A UTV Run and Hike into Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon
A 2.5-hour UTV-and-hike excursion from Escalante/Kanab that combines sand‑dune riding with a guided walk between sandstone walls over 100 feet high.
Through the Needle: A UTV Run and Hike into Peek-A-Boo Slot Canyon.
Meander through Kanab’s most impressive and most accessible slot canyon on an adrenaline‑tinged UTV ride that finishes with a short, expert‑guided hike beneath towering sandstone walls. The Peek‑A‑Boo Slot Canyon UTV Tour threads sand dunes en route to a narrow, legendary canyon that sits near Zion National Park and the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument area.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hundred‑foot sandstone walls
The hike takes you into a slot canyon framed by ancient sandstone walls that rise to more than 100 feet, offering dramatic, intimate geology up close.
Adrenaline through sand dunes
The route includes an ATV/UTV run across sand dunes — an energetic lead‑in that turns to a contemplative hike when the canyon walls close in.
Guided, compact small‑group outing
Led by local guides, the tour is set up for smaller groups (operator capacity up to 12) and is designed to get visitors into one of the area’s most accessible slot canyons.
What the day feels like
What it feels like
The outing pairs the rush of an ATV/UTV across sand with a short, guided hike into a narrow canyon — a compact loop that delivers both open‑desert speed and the hushed intimacy of slot‑canyon walls. Expect a mix of vehicle travel and on‑foot exploration as guides lead you through the 3.5‑mile loop and back along the roughly 8.5‑mile round trip.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should take note
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs about 2.5 hours and follows a roughly 3.5‑mile loop (about 8.5 miles round trip).
An experienced guide, water, and coolers to keep snacks/drinks cold are provided; goggles and neck gaiters are available for purchase.
The outing runs year‑round and is operated for groups up to 12.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour duration is 2.5 hours.
How far do we hike and what is the total distance?
The route is a 3.5‑mile loop with an approximately 8.5‑mile round trip total and about 880 feet of total elevation change; the trailhead sits at roughly 4,960 feet elevation.
What is included in the tour price?
Included are a guide, water, and coolers to keep your snacks and drinks cold; goggles and neck gaiters are available for purchase.
When can I do this trip?
The tour operates year‑round.
How large are the groups and are vehicles guaranteed?
Group sizes run up to 12. Vehicles are subject to availability; occasionally guests may receive a free upgrade to a 6‑seater.
Where is Peek‑A‑Boo Slot Canyon located in relation to major parks?
Peek‑A‑Boo is located near Zion National Park and the Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument area.