Coral Pink Sand Dunes
Over thousands of years, the wind has gradually carried grains of red sandstone to settle here, resulting in 3,730 acres of massive salmon-pink dunes. Today, we know this site as Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park.
This Utah state park is open year-round, seven days a week during daylight hours. It’s a family friendly scenic attraction unlike anything you’ve ever seen. ATVs, dune buggies, dirt bikes, off-road vehicles, photographers and nature lovers are welcome to play. There’s even a non-motorized area, perfect for your new favorite sport— sandboarding. Shred over dunes made of eroded, pink Navajo Sandstone— likely the most epic piece of history you’ll ever ride.
It is a secluded playground for hiking, off-highway vehicle riding, or simply recreating in the sand. Visitors can explore the boardwalk, overlook trails on the sandstone cliff, and nature trails, or they can discover hikes and ATV trails just minutes from the park.
Accommodations
Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park includes two campgrounds. Units 1-22 are for dry camping and 23-34 have water and power hook-ups, with a dump station and restroom/shower facilities for all locations. Hot showers, modern restrooms, and a sewage disposal system are open year-round on these sites. utahstateparks.reserveamerica.com
For those flying in from out of state, this scenic park is a five-hour drive from Salt Lake City or three hours from Las Vegas. It’s an easy 20-mile drive from hotels in Kanab on US-Highway 89, and its close proximity to Zion National Park makes it a great bonus adventure before or after visiting Zion.
Bucket List
Find ancient artwork, drawn by native people centuries ago. Hire a Guide to lead the way as you take an ATV/OHV to South Fork Indian Canyon and Hell Dive Canyon. The gorgeous scenery includes views of Moquith Mountain, hanging gardens, and ancient pictographs—some have said the experience is other-worldly, spiritually significant, or indescribable.
Local Favorite
Legend has it, that Diana threw herself off her throne because the beauty was too much to bear. Diana’s Throne sits near the dunes—an exciting hike. To reach it, you’ll scramble over slickrock and witness a variety of outstanding views. Many choose to canyoneer through the sandstone cliffs here, so they can fully enjoy the slides, washes and other natural features.
Your Guides to Adventure
ROAM now serves as the new exclusive UTV tour operator for Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. Experience the breathtaking beauty with UTV tours, slot canyons, rappelling adventures, occasional Big Foot sightings and a 400 billion star night show experience. To contact them about tours, call 855.635.9100, email info@roam-outdoor.com or visit their website, roam-outdoor.com.
ALLWAYSADVENTURE rappelling adventure at Coral Pink Sand Dunes Park near Kanab, Utah. This exciting tour can be incorporated into any of their half day or full day trips, as the location is very flexible with timing. Guests experience the thrill of hanging over a canyon cliff edge with sweeping views of the sand dunes behind them. To contact them about a tour, call 435-899-9745, email info@allwaysadventure.com or visit their website, allwaysadventure.com.
