moderate
3–4 hours
Participants should be in good physical condition, comfortable with hiking uneven terrain and some scrambling.
Discover a private journey through South Fork Indian Canyon in Utah, where stunning rock formations and peaceful trails await. Experience a rare adventure away from the crowds with expert guides leading your way.
Featuring Unique Pictograph Panel | 5 Hours
Embark on an exhilarating ATV ride through a stunning canyon near Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. Experience lush greenery, unique pictographs, and breathtaking red rock formations. Navigate a moderately challenging trail with scenic views and enjoy the thrill of sandboarding or a roller coaster-like ride on smooth, sandy paths.
Invigorating ATV ride with Amazing Views
This beautiful canyon lies nestled just north of Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. The head of the canyon features a natural spring that decorates the walls with lush greenery and water seeps. You will find plenty of shade along this trail, and at your destination, as the trail ends at a massive pictograph panel tucked inside a large alcove.
The route is moderately challenging and does involve some steep steps and off-camber footing. There is a very secure rock pathway with a guardrail that extends down along the side of the canyon wall. This is a beautiful section of trail but could be slow-going for some and requires good balance and self awareness.
The pictograph panel is one of the largest in the immediate area, featuring unique colors and depictions of figures that aren’t found anywhere else.
Enjoy beautiful painted red rock, sandstone bluffs, ponderosa pine trees and various amounts of other local vegetation along the hike. There are also some hanging gardens along the back wall of the canyon that sometimes feature water seeping down the walls.
The 4x4 track is smooth and sandy as it is a less traveled area and offers access to a section of sand dunes that makes for a fantastic roller coaster-like ATV ride or the opportunity to sand board.
Total hiking miles is .9 round trip and about 300 feet elevation change.
Available exclusively at Polaris Adventures Elite outfitters, this custom-built protection package lets riders ride without the worry of unexpected costs or headaches. Ride confident and ride protected.
If your vehicle is damaged while you ride, know that your out-of-pocket costs and loss of use charges will be capped.
If you injure another person or damage property during your ride, your rental carries liability coverage.
Accident insurance for every rider in the vehicle.
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Hydration is crucial as Utah's dry climate can quickly dehydrate you, especially during warmer months.
The canyon trails have rocky and uneven terrain, so good grip and ankle support are important.
Sun exposure can be intense; a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses are highly recommended even in cooler seasons.
Private tours depend on expert guidance not just for navigation but also to protect the delicate environment.
South Fork Indian Canyon holds cultural significance for Indigenous peoples, with evidence of early human habitation dating back thousands of years.
Kanab Tour Company emphasizes low-impact tourism to preserve the fragile canyon ecosystem and encourages visitors to follow Leave No Trace principles.
Provides necessary support and traction on rocky and uneven canyon trails.
Protects against strong sun exposure during hot midday hours.
summer specific
Allows adjustment to changing temperatures, especially in cooler mornings and evenings.
fall specific
Ensures hydration throughout the hike in Utah’s dry climate.