Experts

Guides and Outfitters
Near Capitol Reef Country


Local guides don't just show you the way; they unlock the stories of the land, ensure your safety in technical terrain, and take you to pristine spots often missed by the general public. 
Certified Experts First aid, CPR, and technical certifications.
Exclusive Access Permits for restricted and remote areas.
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Safety First:

Expert guides provide technical gear and crucial knowledge for navigating remote terrain safely.

All Guides

Expert-led adventures across Capitol Reef Country — find the right guide for your trip.

Backcountry Safaris

Cathedral Valley and the Waterpocket Fold.

Capitol Reef Adventure Company

Canyoneering, guided hikes, and customized adventures are what we specialize in. Having a knowledgeable guide to safely explore areas off the beaten path will deepen your Utah experience. Our guides take pride in sharing their insights into the history, geology, flora, and fauna of the Capitol Reef region.

Capitol Reef Outfitters

Local guide services for exploring the national park.

Capitol Reef Star Tours

Expert-led stargazing tours in Torrey.

Fremont River Guides & Fly Shop

Experienced fly-fishing guides and a full fly shop.

Get in The Wild Adventures

Based in Hanksville, offering backcountry explorations.

Hunter Page Photography Tours

Specialized tours for capturing the landscape.

Meridian Tours

Meridian provides guided 4x4 off-road adventures, night-sky photography sessions, and shuttle services to remote desert landscapes around Capitol Reef and the San Rafael Swell.

The Quiet Fly Fisher Guide

A small local guide service specializing in fly fishing.

Thousand Lakes Jeep Rentals

Off-road Jeep rentals and guided tours.

TK Outfitting

Multi-day and daily guided outdoor excursions.

Waterpocket Adventure Company

Capitol Reef off-road tours and adventures.

Wilderness Ridge Adventures

Experience the rugged beauty of the Waterpocket Fold the way the early pioneers did—from the saddle. Wilderness Ridge Adventures offers guided horseback tours ranging from one-hour introductory rides to all-day mountain excursions. Based at the Capitol Reef Resort, these tours take you through red rock canyons and high-alpine forests, providing a unique perspective on Utah’s desert landscape.

Wilderness Ridge Trail Llamas

Wilderness Ridge Trail Llamas offers unique outdoor adventures using pack llamas to carry gear, allowing you to explore the backcountry hands-free. They provide a range of experiences from family-friendly day hikes and "meet a llama" sessions to multi-day wilderness treks and commercial llama rentals for hunters and photographers.