Experience the greater zion area like a local
Why choose a Custom Itinerary from a local Guide?
Why settle for a cookie-cutter tour when you can have a personalized adventure? Book a private tour with Charly and enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace, delve into the history of the land, and connect with nature in a way that speaks to you. Charly’s infectious enthusiasm and deep knowledge will transform your trip into a memorable journey that you’ll cherish forever.
Don’t miss the chance to experience the unparalleled beauty of the Greater Zion area with the guidance of a local who is extremely passionate about this stunning region. Whether you choose a private tour with Charly or opt for a custom digital itinerary, your adventure awaits! Join the countless travelers who have fallen in love with Zion and let Charly help you create memories that will last a lifetime. Ready to explore? Your journey begins here! Book your private tour or request your custom digital itinerary today and experience the magic of greater Zion like never before!
Itineraries + Local Recommendations
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Custom Itinerary
Let our experienced local guide curate a personalized itinerary for your groups ultimate Zion vacation. Southern Utah has many hidden local treasures to offer a unique experience beyond the tourist traps.
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Local Recommendations
Don’t miss the very best of Zion’s local side. Take it from me, an Utah raised world traveler turned Zion adventure Guide.. there is so much more to see outside of the main tourist attractions.
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Private Tour
Hire local exert Charly to be your Private Tour Guide and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Choose from one of our preplanned adventures or chat with Charly to curate a custom Tour based on your groups unique interests.
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Need help deciding? Reach out!
We have several great options listed, but we would have to write a novel to fully list all of the amazing adventure opportunities that Southern utah has available to us for an epic and unique local experience. Let us help you achieve the custom trip of your dreams. We look forward to hearing from you soon, safe travels.
Below we have complied a list of our favorite destinations to add to your next high desert trip :
National Parks
1. Zion National Park- 30 minutes from Hurricane City, Zion is famous for its stunning canyons, rock formations, and amazing hiking trails.
2. Bryce Canyon National Park - Approximately 2 hours away, Bryce Canyon is known for its unique hoodoo rock formations and breathtaking views.
3. Grand Canyon National Park - (North Rim) is a 3-hour drive, the North Rim offers stunning views and a less crowded experience of the iconic Grand Canyon.
4. Capitol Reef National Park -Approximately 2.5 hours from Hurricane. Expect vast hiking locale with diverse terrain such as domes, cliffs, and a 100-mile-long monocline.
5. Arches National Park -Approximately 4 hours from Hurricane. Incredibly scenic region with a variety of hiking trails with red rock vistas and 2,000 stone arches.
6. Canyonlands National Park- Approximately 4 hours from Hurricane. Split by 2 rivers, you can visit this majestic park in 4 different zones featuring sandstone spires and Island in the sky mesa.
State Parks
1. Sand Hollow State Park - is located in Hurricane, Utah offers a red sandstone landscape with a reservoir perfect for boating, fishing, and off-highway vehicle riding on Sand Mountain.
2. Red Cliffs State Park -12 miles from Hurricane City center is a Nature preserve offering hiking, biking, climbing, rappelling, and it is pet-friendly..
3. Quail Creek State Park - Located in Hurricane, Utah offers large pavilions with bbq’s and picnic tables perfect for large gatherings. With a rocky beach this beautiful reservoir is prefect for fishing and paddle sports.
4. Snow Canyon State Park - Just 30 minutes from Hurricane this area offers rich features of beautiful red rock formations, lava tubs, and various hiking trails.
5. Gunlock State Park - Approximately 1 hour from Hurricane offers stunning waterfalls, hiking trails, and boating amid striking red rock scenery.
6. Goblin Valley State Park - Approximately 3 hours from Hurricane City. This stunning State Park offers sandstone hoodoos, caves, and wonderfully dark sky’s for star gazing.
7. Cathedral Gorge State Park -Approximately 2 hours from Hurricane. This is a 2,000 acre park with unique walking trails through slot canyons, camping, and picnic areas. Enjoy the wild rock formations without the crowds as this park has a very mild busy season.
8. Dead Horse Point State Park - Approximately 4 hours from Hurricane. This underrated State Park near Moab offers great camping, hiking/biking trails, with beautiful overlook’s, and views of the Colorado River.
Other attractions
1. Fishlake National Forest -Approximately 2 hours from Hurricane, is home to the Mother Pando Aspen Tree that is believed to have been a single seed that grew at the end of the last ice age - now spreading over 106 acres connected by the roots. This cloning root system is estimated to be the oldest living organism on earth, weighing 13 million pounds - it is certainly the largest living organism.
2. Grand staircase, Escalante National Monument - Approximately 2 hours from Hurricane with scenic opportunities for hiking and peaceful drives overlooking the unique rock formations.
3. Cedar Breaks National Monument - Approximately 1.5 hours away, this area offers beautiful vistas and wildflower displays.
4. Glen Canyon National Recreation Area -Approximately 3.5 hours from Hurricane, Utah. (Closest point is Lone Rock, Lake Powell only 2 hours from Hurricane City)
5. Paria Canyon, Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness - Approximately 3 hours from Hurricane is well worth the drive to experience White Pocket (no permit required) and The Wave if you’re lucky enough to land a permit.
6. Antelope Canyon - Located near Page, Arizona, it’s about a 2.5-hour drive and is famous for its stunning slot canyons.
Water Canyon - 27 miles from Hurricane, Utah this local favorite offers not only beautiful views but also the most delicious fresh water from the Water Canyon Spring.
Yants Flat - Locally nicknamed the Candy Cliffs this hike is just 20 miles from Hurricane and offers a wonderland of petrified colorful sand dunes to explore. Similar look to the famous Wave and White pocket Vermilion Cliffs in AZ.
Moe’s Valley Climbing Area - This iconic local climbing area is just 20 miles from Hurricane.
Local Recommendations
Local business recommendations
TOur ZIon & Bryce with me charly as your guide
Amazing Adventures Gear Shop in Laverkin, Utah
Gaia Tree Shala - Yoga by Elise Mitchell
Roam Outdoor adventure co.
Zion Canyon Light - Tyler Webb (local photographer)
Cosmic Flow Yoga in Zion
Moqui Yoga located in laverkin,utah
The Wild within us (Katie Hope - local Zion elopement Photographer)
The Desert Rat (St. George, UT gear shop)
Local RESTAURANT Recommendations
Hurricane, Utah : Bonrue Bakery, Main Street Cafe, Muddy Bees Bakery, Peruvian Flavors, Mazatlan, Cross country Diner.
LaVerkin, UTah : River Rock Roasting Company, Red FORT CUISINE Of India.
Springdale, Utah: Canyon Coffee, Feel LOve Coffee at Zion, Oscar’s Cafe, Bit & Spur Restaurant & Saloon, Meme’s Cafe, whiptail Grill, Zion Brew PUb, The HAngry Goat.
Virgin, Utah: Balcony ONe, Black Sage.
St. George: Gaia’s Garden Cafe, Morty’s Cafe, George’s Corner, Cliffside RESTAURANT, Station 2 Bar by Zion Brewery, Mixed Greens, Tifiny’s Creperie, The pizza factory, the pasta factory, Sakura Japanese Steakhouse.
