JEAN ATV/UTV FIELD GUIDE
High-Speed Mojave: A Side-by-Side Run to the Pioneer Saloon
A guided, 5-hour off-road tour from Las Vegas into the Mojave that pairs high-performance side-by-sides with a historic lunch stop—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
High-Speed Mojave: A Side-by-Side Run to the Pioneer Saloon.
Buckle into a high-performance side-by-side and cut across the sun-bleached ridgelines of the Mojave Desert on a compact, 5-hour guided outing that finishes at the historic Pioneer Saloon in Jean. Along the way you’ll work through whoops, hills and rocky trail, switch drivers if you like, sip cold water and snacks provided by the operator, and capture included photos of the day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
High-performance side-by-sides through rough desert terrain
The tour runs in upgraded XP 1000 or XP4 1000 side-by-sides and pushes through whoops, hills and rocky ridgelines under guide direction—drivers can swap at intervals and ride in radio-equipped helmets.
Lunch at the legendary Pioneer Saloon
After a couple hours behind the wheel the group makes a scheduled lunch stop at the historic Pioneer Saloon in Jean, then returns to more off-roading post-meal.
Photos, communications and vehicle tech included
The experience includes on-tour photos, radio-equipped full-faced helmets for rider-to-guide comms and vehicles outfitted with Ride Command GPS; lunch is included per vehicle (lunch for two, four-seater lunch for four).
What the day feels like
How the day feels
Expect a kinetic half-day: meet up near Las Vegas and head into the Mojave with a guide leading the line, alternating drivers, stopping to hydrate and shoot photos, then breaking for lunch at the Pioneer Saloon before returning to more technical desert runs and a shuttle back—optionally stopping for a quick photo op at Seven Magic Mountains on the way back.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This guided outing is 5 hours from start to finish; plan for a half-day away from the Strip including transit time to base camp (operator located roughly 30 minutes south of the Strip).
Bring a valid driver’s license if you intend to drive (drivers must be 18+); adult passengers need a valid ID or passport. You may bring your own camera for photos; the operator provides cold water and a light snack and supplies radio-equipped full-faced helmets.
Price is per SXS/vehicle; vehicles in the fleet include XP 1000 or XP4 1000 models and feature Ride Command GPS. Transportation from select Strip locations is included for some hotels—if your hotel isn’t listed, meet at an offered pickup point or note hotel details at booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What if my desired date appears unavailable online?
If a date is grayed out on the calendar, call the operator to check availability—there may still be an open tour.
How long is the tour?
The guided off-road experience runs approximately 5 hours.
Is lunch included?
Yes—lunch is included per SXS/vehicle (lunch for two; a four-seater booking includes lunch for four).
Are photos included?
Yes—the tour includes captured photos of the outing for guests.
Can I request pickup from my Strip hotel?
The tour includes transportation from select Strip locations; if your hotel isn’t listed, meet at an offered pickup location or provide hotel name and address in the booking notes to request pickup.
Can drivers be swapped during the tour?
Yes—the operator allows driver changes so participants can take turns behind the wheel.