A family‑friendly 2–3 hour 4x4 tour that mixes light off‑roading with a short hike to real dinosaur footprints and a walk through 1860s Fort Pearce. Expect sandy washes, wide desert views, and a chance to upgrade to the more rugged Honeymoon Trail Extension.
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The engine thumps and a plume of red dust rises as your Jeep eases onto a sandy wash; Sunbaked slickrock stretches out like an old map and the valley seems to lean in, watching. Within an hour you trade highway calm for a backcountry rhythm — light off‑roading, stop‑and‑look photo moments and a short hike to fossilized footprints pressed into Jurassic sandstone.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most levels — expect short walking on uneven ground and a bumpy vehicle ride; families welcome.
Wildlife
History
Fort Pearce was built in the 1860s as a settler outpost; the area shows overlapping stories of pioneering routes and much older dinosaur activity preserved in sandstone.
Conservation
The high desert is sensitive — stay on trails, avoid stepping on cryptobiotic crust, and pack out all trash to protect soil and plant life.
Reserve your spot on the Warner Valley Dinosaur Track Site 4x4 Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring sun protection
Open desert means strong sun — wear a hat, sunscreen, and UV sunglasses for the drive and hike.
Sturdy shoes for the tracks
Trail to the footprints is about 0.5 mile on sandy, uneven rock; closed‑toe shoes with some grip help.
Pack water and stay hydrated
Bottled water is included, but carry an extra bottle if you feel thirsty or during summer heat.
Car seats required for kids
Utah law requires child seats for young children — bring your own as providers do not supply them.
Closed‑toe hiking shoes
Protects feet on sandy washes and the short walk to the tracks.
Wide‑brim hat & sunglasses
Shields you from intense desert sun during the drive and hike.
summer
Reusable water bottle (1L+)
Supplement provided water, especially in hot months.
all
Camera or phone with extra battery
Capture low‑angle shots of fossilized tracks and expansive desert vistas.