BRIAN HEAD SNOWMOBILE FIELD GUIDE

Ninety Minutes Across Brian Head’s Snowbound Backcountry

A 90-minute guided snowmobile tour from Thunder Mountain Motorsports that rides Brian Head into Dixie National Forest and the rim country of Cedar Breaks — an efficient introduction to the area’s high-elevation winter terrain.

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Ninety Minutes Across Brian Head’s Snowbound Backcountry.

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Location

Brian Head

Operator

Thunder Mountain Motorsports

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Brian Head, Dixie National Forest and Cedar Breaks in a Short Run

This tour threads the back-country around Brian Head, offering access to the broader reaches of Dixie National Forest and the distinctive country of Cedar Breaks National Monument — all within a single, guided outing.

THE GUIDE

Guided, Local-Led and Safety-Focused

An experienced guide leads every run, orienting riders to the terrain, pointing out area highlights and handling route logistics to ensure you return safely to base.

THE PRAGMATICS

Ready-to-ride: Helmets, Fuel and Optional Apparel Rentals

The basic tour price covers helmets and fuel; apparel rentals are available if you need them, simplifying last-minute packing and making the tour accessible to riders without full winter gear.

What the day feels like

How the 90 Minutes Unfold

You ride out from Brian Head with a guide, spending about an hour and a half moving through back-country trails and open winter terrain across Dixie National Forest and into the Cedar Breaks area before returning to your start point under the guide’s supervision.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this 90-minute snowmobile tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.

Active CouplesA quick, guided outing that suits couples comfortable on a single-machine ride; a driver must be 16+ to rent and operate their own machine.

Families with Young ChildrenFamilies can participate, but the operator’s minimum recommended passenger age is 5, so very young children are not advised.

First-Time RidersGood for first-timers who want a guided, short-duration introduction — drivers still must meet the 16+ requirement to rent/drive.

Riders Looking to Self-SupportSnowmobile owners may follow tours on their own machines for a fee, but rental-driver age and passenger recommendations still apply to overall group planning.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Duration

This offering is a 90-minute guided tour; plan for roughly that span on the trail plus check-in and gear-up time.

What to Bring

Wear water-resistant, windproof, insulated jackets, pants and gloves, plus over-the-ankle winter boots. Sunglasses or goggles are recommended. Bring your driver’s license/ID and a credit card for the security deposit.

Included & Rentals

Price includes helmets for drivers and passengers and covers fuel and oil; apparel rentals are available if needed.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour is 90 minutes in duration.

What does the price include?

The listed price includes helmets for all drivers and passengers and covers fuel and oil costs.

How much does the tour cost?

A snowmobile is $125; additional passengers are $25 each.

Do I need reservations?

Reservations are recommended, though walk-ins are welcome.

Is a security deposit required?

A credit card is required for a security deposit.

What are the age requirements?

Renter/driver must be 16 years or older (with parental consent for minors); the minimum recommended age for passengers is 5 years.

Can I follow the tour on my own snowmobile?

Yes — snowmobile owners may follow any of the tours on their own machine for $20.