There were 4 of us in our group and we had Kirk as our personal guide. The ATV run was thrilling but not so much anyone feared for their safely. We may have only seen 4 other people at the slot canyon, which was breathtaking! We weren’t rushed through it and Kirk was a wealth of knowledge. We would DEFINITELY do it again.
White Pocket ATV Tour
Fully Guided Tour
Geology Hotspot
Photographer's Paradise
Get lost in otherworldly landscapes and walk over ancient geological formations that will blow your mind! Be part of a convoy of ATVs and zoom over sand dunes and backcountry trails in your quest to discover the mesmerizing White Pocket area. Feeling adventurous? Add-on a trip to the stunning South Coyote Buttes area (permit required) to really make a day of it and pack as much into your day as possible.
Highlights
Experience ancient geological formations and beautiful landscapes at White Pocket.
Have a fun and thrilling ATV driving experience.
Add on an optional visit to the stunning South Coyote Buttes area.
Capture photographs of a lifetime throughout the tour.
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Trip Details
Price:
Pricing is based on group size and vehicle selection, and is calculated during the booking process.
Price guide:
• 2 person ATV: $499
• 4 person ATV: 679
• 1 4WD Jeep or Pickup (4 to 5 people):$450 for 2 people, $100 each additional person
• All prices are subject to Utah Sales Tax (8.20%)
• Select the “ride-along” option at the time of booking if you’d prefer your guide to do the driving.
Departure Times:
Our standard departure time is 7:30 am but this is flexible depending on your needs and interests
Meeting Point:
• If you are in Kanab, Utah, meet at our office (681 Chinle Drive, Kanab, Utah 84741) and we’ll transport you, along with the ATVs, to the tour departure point.
• If you’re coming from Page, Arizona we will organize a junction meeting point where your guide will meet you and transport you, along with the ATVs, to the tour departure point.
Availability:
Year-round, Monday to Saturday.
Tour Duration:
8-9 hours (this includes all travel time).
• Your Permit! You will not be granted access if you forget to bring it.
• A gallon of water to maintain safe hydration levels and a transportable lunch packed with high energy snacks and a filling sandwich.
• Good quality, comfortable walking shoes with ankle support.
• Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses.
• Your camera.
Maximum Group Size:
5 per tour guide, contact us for larger groups.
What To Bring:
• Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
• Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
• Your camera
• Small backpack for personal effects
• Packed lunch with a sandwich and high energy snacks (you can store it in our cooler).
Inclusions
INCLUDED |
NOT INCLUDED |
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| A friendly, knowledgeable guide | Gratuity for your guide |
| Bottled water | Lunch or snacks (please bring your own*) |
| Transport to and from the original meeting point | Permit for optional add-on tour to South Coyote Buttes |
*You are welcome to store them in our cooler.
Important Info
• Your guide will meet you and transport you, along with the ATVs, to the tour departure point, House Rock Valley Road (this takes 45 minutes), which accesses the trails that lead to White Pocket.
• We’ll bring along plenty of iced water but won’t provide lunch or snacks. We recommend that you bring along high energy snacks and a filling sandwich which you can store in our cooler.
• If you decide to add on a tour to South Coyote Buttes, you will need a permit. Read more about permits here
ATV Participation Requirements
• You’ll need to watch a safety video and sign an ATV/OHV waiver or a hiking waiver after booking this tour.
• The ATV machines we use are very safe and easy to use, think of them as small cars!
• You must be able to fasten the seat belt on the machine.
• Children under 5 years old are not allowed on the ATV’s, we have 4×4 Jeep Wranglers for families with youngsters.
• You must be 18 and have a current, valid driver’s license to drive the ATV.
•If you are under 18 years of age, an adult must be present in the vehicle with you.
• The driver must be able to speak and understand English.
FAQs
Can I make this tour private?
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Yes! For an additional cost of $120 you can make this tour private. Just let us know at the time of booking.
How much hiking does this tour include?
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This tour contains some hiking at White Pocket. Each of our tours is flexible to the needs and desires of the group; you can choose how much or how little hiking you would like to do.
Are the ATVs safe to drive and can anyone drive them?
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The ATV machines are extremely safe to drive and are fully insured, think of them as little cars! You can read more about the ATV participation requirements in the Important Info section.
How can I get a permit to visit South Coyote Buttes?
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You will need to apply online or in person for the chance to gain a permit. Click here to read more about how to obtain a permit.
Is this tour suited for you?
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This tour is suitable for everyone five years old or older! We have Jeep 4x4s available for families with little ones. Just take note of the participation requirements for the ATVs and note there is some hiking involved at White Pocket.
Is lunch included?
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Lunch is not included, please bring along your own packed lunch and we will happily store it for you in our cooler. Note that we will bring along plenty of chilled bottled water.
What happens if my tour is cancelled?
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In the extremely rare case of this tour being cancelled, it would be due to unsafe weather conditions. We will work with you to arrange another tour date or offer a full refund.
Transport Yourself to Another World on Our White Pocket Tour
White Pocket is a destination like no other, completely removed from civilization and other-worldly in its striking appearance.
They say the sandstone here tells stories, the way the rock swells and rolls across the landscape in smoky reds, oranges and whites is a sight (and experience) to behold- and getting there is half the fun!
We’ll pick you up at the meeting point and transport you, and the ATVs, to House Rock Valley Road where the adventure to White Pocket officially begins!
Together with your guide, race over backcountry sand trails and rugged terrain while taking in the views of the famous Grand Staircase as your convoy progresses towards White Pocket.
Once we arrive, you’ll feel like you’ve been transported to another planet! Freely explore this beautifully unusual area with your guide and learn about the special geology and rock formations that surround you; like the hexagonal white rocks and deep red curves brimming with colored swirls and textures, it really is a photographer’s paradise!
When we are finished exploring the area, we’ll get back in the ATVs and hit those sand trails again. Your guide will point out special points of interest along the way like Moqui Marbles and more views of the Grand Staircase, and happily help you with photos and any additional questions you have about the area.
To experience this trip to the max, add on an optional visit to the stunning South Coyote Buttes area (permit required).
Optional Add-On to South Coyote Buttes
This tour also has the option to add on a 1.5-2 hour trip to the South Coyote Buttes area. It is an additional $175 and requires a permit as the area is protected.
If you’re lucky and get a permit you’ll learn all about the area from your friendly guide, marvel at the teepee rock formations and explore other sites like Gumdrop Rock, Radio Tower, Cottonwood Cove, Pawhole and the “Mini Wave.”
Click here for full permit details.
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Online Permits
South Coyote Buttes online permits are available through their calendar system rather than the lottery. The calendar is viewable 3 months in advance and will indicate how many permits are available each day.
Reservation Fee: A non-refundable $9.00 fee is required for each permit reservation.
Recreation Fee: A non-refundable recreation fee of $5.00 per person and per dog is required. Everyone, regardless of age, must be included in the permit. This includes infants that are not walking.
• A maximum of 6 people per application is allowed.
• If you plan on using Kanab Tour Company as your guide, choose Cottonwood as the Trailhead and enter Kanab Tour Company for the license plate number. Note that we operate Monday through Saturday; we are closed Sunday.
• You do not need to obtain a permit for your guide as we carry our own guiding permissions from the Bureau of Land Management.
• If you are lucky and obtain a permit, it will be mailed to you at the address on your application. You can then call us and schedule a tour.
Coyote Buttes South Advanced Lottery Schedule:
Walk-In Lottery – Day before your Hike
The BLM is still running its daily walk-in lottery for South Coyote Buttes until further notice. This is a nail-biting event held at the Kanab Center in Kanab. Here crowds from 50-150 people gather every morning during the high season (5 days/week during the slower season) to put their names into the draw for 10 permits.
The room is dead quiet as everyone awaits their fate. Each application is assigned a number, and old-fashioned wooden BINGO balls are placed into a roller cage representing each number. The Bureau of Land Management employee will roll the cage around until a ball drops. They will announce the number, and there will generally be cheers from somewhere in the room.
The lottery is held at 10am the day before you want to hike. You apply at: The Kanab Center, 20 N 100 E, Kanab, UT 84741
• During the spring, summer and fall months, the in-person lottery is held 7 days a week, the day before your preferred hike date. During the winter months, the lottery is held Monday-Friday, the day before your preferred hike date, with Friday’s drawing allotting permits for Saturday, Sunday and Monday.
• There is no Application fee for the in-person lottery. If you win you pay a non-refundable Recreation Fee of $5.00 per person and per dog. Everyone, regardless of age, must be included in the permit. This includes infants that are not walking.
• A maximum of 6 people per application is allowed.
• If you plan on using Kanab Tour Company as your guide, choose Cottonwood as the Trailhead and enter Kanab Tour Company for the license plate number. Note that we operate Monday through Saturday; we are closed Sunday.
• You do not need to obtain a permit for your guide as we carry our own guiding permissions from the Bureau of Land Management.
• If you are lucky and obtain a permit, stop by or give us a call at 435-644-5525 to schedule a tour!
• If you’re planning ahead, we can apply in person for you with our “stand-in service.” The cost is $50.
• We can stand-in for a maximum of five people. The “stand-in service” fee may be applied to our guiding services, whether it be to the South Coyote Buttes or any other area. The $50 is non-refundable if you are unlucky in selection. Contact us for more info about this service.
• Permits are available year-round and can be easier to obtain in the winter.
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White Pocket ATV Tour
Booked a tour with Kanab tour company not knowing what to expect. My cousin and I had a blast! Our guide Trevor was a hoot and really made our trip memorable. Kudos to Kanab Tour Company for having Trevor as an employee. The owner and receptionist were also top notch and accommodating in regards to scheduling. I would do business with this group in a heartbeat! Thanks again.
