Embark on a self-driving adventure through the stunning landscapes of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at gravity-defying formations, explore red vistas, and uncover the legends of the West.
Embark on a self-driving adventure through the stunning landscapes of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Marvel at gravity-defying formations, explore red vistas, and uncover the legends of the West.
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Arches Visitor Center - The journey into the breathtaking Arches begins just before the park’s entrance and visitor center. Prepare to witness stunning natural monuments, unique rock formations, and ancient, otherworldly landscapes.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
The tour…
- Arches Visitor Center - The journey into the breathtaking Arches begins just before the park’s entrance and visitor center. Prepare to witness stunning natural monuments, unique rock formations, and ancient, otherworldly landscapes.
Purchase once and enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
The tour spans over 28 miles per tour, featuring more than 49 audio stories per tour, and takes approximately 2-3 hours per tour to complete.
- Moab Fault Overlook - Moab’s Fault is a six-million-year-old fracture in the earth’s crust. As the drive continues, this fault will be visible, and the geological forces shaping the Arches landscape will be explored.
- La Sal Mountains Viewpoint - The La Sal Mountains are Utah’s second-highest mountain range. The highest peak, visible towards the center, reaches nearly 13,000 feet. The drive through Arches will pause to admire these mountains and learn about the Spanish settlers who displaced the Ute and Paiute tribes.
- Three Gossips - Continuing through Arches, the iconic Three Gossips formation will be passed.
- Courthouse Towers Viewpoint And Trailhead - This leads to another vista point, showcasing the Organ, Courthouse, Sheep Rock, and more.
- Petrified Dunes Viewpoint - The drive will also pass the Petrified Dunes and Great Wall. As the journey continues, more about the Ute and Paiute mythologies of this harsh and alien landscape will be revealed.
- The Windows Road - This leads to another popular Arches spot: the Windows! These striking examples of erosion are a must-see in Arches.
- Cove of Caves - Down the trail, one of the park’s most striking sights can be seen. The collection of arches and almost-arches is the Cove of Caves.
- Panorama Point - Panorama Point will be passed — remember this spot for stargazing at night. With minimal light pollution, an astonishing number of stars can be seen once the sun sets. Depending on the season, the entire Milky Way may be visible! As the drive continues, tips on stargazing like the Paiute will be shared.
- Delicate Arch - Now at the most famous spot in Arches: Delicate Arch. A short hike leads right up to this beautiful - and improbable - formation.
- Salt Valley Road - This is one of the park’s quieter attractions. Like Cache Valley, Salt Valley was formed by the collapse of many sandstone domes. The broken rock pieces scattered on the ground are remnants of that collapse.
- Fiery Furnace - The drive continues past the Fiery Furnace: a network of narrow canyons and passages amid towering red cliffs at Arches National Park.
- Sand Dune Arch - As more arches are explored, more about the Paiute myths behind them, the Spanish and Mormon settlers who tried to survive in this land, and those who preserved this stunning landscape as a national park will be learned.
- Devils Garden Trailhead - The drive through Arches concludes at the Devil’s Garden, where a final hiking trail leads to Landscape Arch and beyond. The tour through the mythology and geology of this epic land is now complete.
- Monitor and Merrimac Rock Formations - To the right, tall rock walls are visible. This is because the floor of Sevenmile Canyon is nearby. As the drive continues, the canyon will be exited, revealing two distinct features in the distance to the right – the Merrimac and the Monitor.
- Big Mesa Viewpoint - On the right is Big Mesa Viewpoint. Pause for a quick look at some stunning scenery. The enormous mesa appears as if it was accidentally placed here and then forgotten.
- White Rim Road - In such a beautiful landscape, the temptation to explore off the beaten path is strong. But caution is advised! Venturing off the path might mean trampling on living soil. It may sound like a joke, but throughout Canyonlands, Arches, and Moab, there is something called a biological soil crust.
- Dead Horse Point State Park - Dead Horse Point — it’s an intriguing name, isn’t it? According to local legend, wild mustangs were once corralled here to be broken in the early 1800s. After all the desirable horses were broken and claimed by cowboys, the undesirables were left to roam free.
- Island in the Sky - Stop by the Visitor Center ahead. It’s a great place to grab supplies, use the restroom, and fill up water bottles. As seen, this park lacks much infrastructure, and dehydration here is no joke.
- Shafer Canyon Overlook - This overlook offers views from three sides. It may be daunting for those afraid of heights since there’s nothing between you and the Canyon. However, the incredible view is worth it.
- Lathrop Canyon - Many natural landmarks and trails in Canyonlands are named by or after cowboys and ranchers. In fact, Ned Chaffin’s father and one of his brothers had a spring named after them.
- Mesa Arch - “Ahead, pull over for Mesa Arch. This is a must-do at Canyonlands.
Once parked, walk along the short trail to the arch.
Notice the juniper and pinyon trees along the way. These are common in Canyonlands, so keep an eye out for them elsewhere too.”
- Green River Overlook - The Green River Overlook offers some of the most unique views of Canyonland’s Island in the Sky District. The Green River can be seen continuing its work on the canyon walls. The river is Utah’s largest stream at 730 miles. The name likely comes from the green soapstone found along its banks.
- Aztec Butte Trail - What makes this trail special? Simply put: the granaries left by Native peoples. They’re visible from the base of the last hill if you keep your eyes open. These granaries are hundreds of years old, so approach with care.
- Upheaval Dome - Remember how the park’s rocks have been formed in layers? In most of the park, these layers haven’t been disrupted since their formation. What is seen is what was deposited, all those hundreds of millions of years ago.
- Candlestick Tower Overlook - In the distance, three giant candles can be seen sticking out of the landscape. That’s Candlestick Tower! Doesn’t this sandstone formation resemble a layered birthday cake, topped with candles? * The bottom layer is white, the middle a reddish-brown, and the top is red.
- Murphy Point Trail - The trail leading to Murphy Point Overlook is quite easy, totaling 3.5 miles roundtrip. While the hike itself doesn’t offer much in terms of scenery, the overlook provides a stunning view of Stillwater Canyon and the Green River.
- Buck Canyon Overlook - Here, spectacular views of Buck Canyon and the La Sal mountains can be seen. The short trail is paved, making it one of the most accessible places in the park. There’s also a rail between you and the canyon, so if heights are a concern, this overlook is perfect.
- White Rim Overlook Trail - This is a great place to rest and enjoy a quick meal! There are only eight tables, so be sure to claim one if available.
- Orange Cliffs Overlook - The Canyonlands National Park tour concludes here. Hopefully, the journey was enjoyable! If so, consider exploring other tours of nearby Arches, Bryce, Zion, and more!
- Grand View Point Overlook - The Canyonlands National Park tour concludes here. Hopefully, the journey was enjoyable! If so, consider exploring other tours of nearby Arches, Bryce, Zion, and more!
- Needles District Canyonlands - Explore Canyonlands’ Needles District tour, featuring ancient rock art at Newspaper Rock, desert views from Pothole Point, and the iconic Wooden Shoe Overlook.

- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
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- Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
- Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales, history, and facts for a memorable journey!
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!
Explore the stunning high desert with this combined tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Be amazed by the gravity-defying formations at Arches, enjoy the expansive red landscapes of Canyonlands, and learn the intriguing stories behind each park as you explore….
Purchase a single tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!
Explore the stunning high desert with this combined tour of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Be amazed by the gravity-defying formations at Arches, enjoy the expansive red landscapes of Canyonlands, and learn the intriguing stories behind each park as you explore. Embark on unforgettable hikes through the rugged beauty of these iconic Western landscapes. Experience nature in its most surprising form. Create memories that will last a lifetime.
After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.
Purchase once and use for an entire year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- To purchase entrance tickets for Arches & Canyonlands National Parks, please visit their official website
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- For the best experience, make sure your device meets these requirements: iPhones running iOS 13 or newer, and Android devices with version 9 or newer. For iPads or tablets, only models with GPS and cellular connectivity are recommended for navigation.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.