Private Tour
Goblin Valley State Park Canyoneering Adventure
Overview
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4 hours
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Hidden amongst the spectacular hoodos and mesas of Goblin Valley State Park in Utah lies a truly fantastic canyoneering adventure! This 4-hour adventure is led by an expert guide and is suitable for travelers of all ages.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum day rate equivalent to 2 guests.
You must be age 7 or older
You must weigh between 70 and 250 pounds (32–114 kg) Must sign waiver
Check in 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will start off hiking and scrambling through the intriguing Valley of the Goblins that was featured in the film Galaxy Quest. Along the way, you will learn about the area’s unique geological, biological, historical, and cultural wonders. Your guide will also provide basic safety information, along with an introduction to the basics canyoneering before entering a beautiful slot canyon that disappears into a dark and mysterious chasm. Here, we’ll put on our canyoneering gear and rappel into the Goblin’s Lair which is also known as the Chamber of the Basilisk due to its resemblance to the interior of a medieval Gothic church. The landscapes are truly breathtaking and out of this world. While rappelling through the canyon, admire the sunbeams shining through to the canyon floor from the natural skylights above. Once inside the Goblin’s Lair, we will enjoy a snack and explore the Lair’s hidden passages in search of the mysterious goblins. Once you’ve toured the Goblin’s Lair, we’ll catch a glimpse of the magnificent open landscape views towards Robbers Roost. This stunning vantage point is bound to impress you while you catch your breath before a quick hike back to the trailhead.
What‘s Included
Experienced and accomplished guides
Rappel instruction
Canyoneering equipment
Gratuities
Lunch
Bottled water
Options
9am Goblin's Lair Canyoneering
9am departure.
Reviews
76 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cave Crawlers
Ralph0406,,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tyler was FANTASTIC, very knowledgeable, unique experience, and reassuring before heading over the ledge. Definitely recommend to anyone and everyone heading out to Utah! =]
Well worth the time and money.
BravoCharlieX,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We rappelled into the Goblin's Lair with Tyler. He was fantastic. Absolutely put my 63 year old, scared of heights, wife at ease with his focus on safety and fantastic personality. Couldn't believe she did it the first time and she's already talking about doing it again.
Best adventure in the area hands down.
Kevin W,,Sep 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Do not miss this! What an adventure! Tyler was our guide and it was an amazing adventure. We've done a lot of excursions and this one is tops! Great detail on the history and geology of the area. The actual canyoneering was an absolute blast. Thank you Tyler!
Mini hidden gem!
doglovehike,,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful, overpriced, semi-secret, secluded, magical Utah state park! It was super remote (positive), quiet (super positive), and a mystical (goblin faces) park to visit! Take your shoes off and "earth" or "desert bathe" in Goblin Valley! Hiking, bouldering, mountain biking, camping, etc- with additional slot canyons nearby to explore! Sadly, I'd say only a day to maybe two days worth of excitement!
A+++, 100%, 5 stars
tylerv336,,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tyler was an amazing guide! The guy had great energy from the beginning, all the way through. He was very, VERY knowledgeable about the history and the geology of the area (as well as canyoneering), and his delivery in providing the information was entertaining; captivating. As someone who has dealt with some fear at heights before, I actually felt very comfortable repelling almost 100 ft down into Goblins Lair under his guidance. I ABSOLUTELY would do this tour again and I’d be hoping I’d get linked up with Tyler again!
Utah Highlight
katherinelH7501YB,,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the best experiences of our trip to Utah from the UK. My partner and I booked the 4 hour canyoneering adventure, and we were lucky to be the only two on the tour. Tyler, our guide, was fantastic, friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly reassuring. He answered all our questions and made us feel completely at ease. We really appreciated the demo station before the rappel, where Tyler explained all the gear and safety procedures. It made the actual descent feel much more secure and helped settle any nerves before stepping over the edge. The rappelling (abseiling) into the Goblin’s Lair was unforgettable. It looks absolutely spectacular, and descending into it felt like something from a movie. Pro tip, send the first person down with your best camera to capture a great video of the other person’s descent, it makes for a really special memory. The canyoneering involves a bit of scrambling and wiggling through tight spots, but as long as you’re in decent shape, it’s perfectly manageable and really fun. The free hanging rappel was a particular highlight, a bit scary, yes, but that’s part of what made it so exciting. I took it slowly, partly to savour the moment, and partly because I was nervous. Bring 3 to 4 litres of water per person. It gets hot, and the hike back after the lair offers no shade at all, so hydration is essential. Also, bring a small torch or headlamp if you want to explore the narrow caves within the lair, it was an unexpected extra bit of fun. The views in Goblin Valley are amazing, and the rock formations are otherworldly. The history behind the formations and the lair itself is really interesting, and Tyler shared great info along the way. This was a major highlight of our Utah trip, and we’d recommend it to anyone looking for a mix of adventure, nature, and a real sense of achievement.
AMAZING
maryloue585,,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic experience with Get In The Wild Adventures. Tyler was a knowledgeable, fun, helpful, professional, and skillful guide. The canyoneering adventure was exceptional. Honestly, the words I just used do not do justice to the experience we had. The hike leading up to the repel was breathtaking. Of COURSE, the repel is pure adrenaline, fun and exciting. We always felt safe with Tyler’s skill and knowledge. This adventure should be on everyone’s to do list. You won’t be disappointed!
Goblin Valley Bucket List checked
jenniferewing04,,Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience. Our guide, Tyler was great and knew his stuff and the area. We would recommend this for an unique experience. Goblin's Lair was an unforgettable experience.
Great time - favorite part of our trip
Adam C,,Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tyler was AWESOME and so knowledgeable. So far best experience in our trip. The whole Goblin State Park was insanely beautiful. Highly recommend. Canyoneering was fun - we ranged in ages 56-61
Magical Goblin Valley and rappel into the Lair!
lynnsO7940JJ,,Jun 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tyler MADE this adventure hiking across the high desert through the Goblins, and rappelling way down into Goblin's Lair a very safe and very exciting experience! Hiking across Goblin Valley in our rappelling gear (not that heavy!) was a wonder, seeing so many shapes and animals in those weird formations! The bouldering and scrambling up to the Lair entry, the subsequent excellent and patient rappelling instruction by Tyler, were the perfect setup for the adrenaline workout as we each rappelled some 95 feet onto the floor of that marvelous, cool cathedral. The hike back was hot and tiring, so be fit! You'll burn a lot of calories long before the hike out, just saying. Worth every minute and you can't beat the feeling of a successful rappel.
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