Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour

Duration1h - 2h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Tour Utah's captivating Goblin Valley State Park with this GPS-guided driving tour! This peculiar park is filled with countless strange rock formations that must be seen to be believed. Witness the many “goblins” from on high at Goblin Overlook or get up close and personal in the Goblin’s Lair. Visit towering formations like Molly’s Castle and Wild Horse Butte and find out how all these unusual sights came to be. Plus, see ancient art at the Temple Mountain Wash Pictograph Panel, featuring images painted centuries ago!

After booking, check your email/text 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 designated starting point.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's included

Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

What to expect

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See that raised ridgeline up ahead? That’s known as the San Rafael Swell. This impressive geological formation covers approximately 2,000 square miles! And it looms as high as 7,000 feet above sea level!

Note: The tour is over 15 miles long, with more than 15+ audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Goblin Valley State Park
Pass by

Welcome to Goblin Valley! From mushroom-like rock formations to ancient and mysterious art, there’s no shortage of fascinating sights in this valley.
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Keep an eye out for the parking area coming up on our right. When you see it, turn in and park. This is the Temple Mountain Wash Pictograph Panel, decorated with ancient art. Some of the images are part of the Barrier Canyon Style I just mentioned, with the tall humanoid figures and abstract motifs. But others employ a totally different style. That’s part of how archaeologists know the Fremont people lived here after the artists of the Barrier Canyon Style were gone!
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See that impressive rock formation far off to our left? That’s Molly’s Castle! The outcrop stands at over 5,000 feet above sea level! It’s easy to see where this gigantic red rock landmark gets its title. The sandstone seems to form turrets and towers and walls.
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That enormous structure ahead and to our right is Wild Horse Butte. This one stands at 5,760 feet above sea level! Just like the goblins and Molly’s Castle, this rock formation also found its peculiar shape by wind and water sculpting it over millions of years.
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Look ahead and to our left a little. Do you see that red rock formation with the three strangely-shaped columns sticking up out of the top? Those are the iconic Three Sisters! If you’ve seen a photo of Goblin Valley State Park, then you’ve probably seen a photo of this trio! These three hoodoos stand prim and proper atop their rocky home. The locals have nicknamed them Sister Superior, Sister Act and Sister Mary for their stately and poised bearing.
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Did you know that Goblin Valley has the highest occurrence of hoodoos in the world? Yep, even more than Bryce Canyon! There are thousands here! It’s almost like an alien landscape… which explains why Hollywood chose it as a key filming location for Galaxy Quest, the 1999 sci-fi comedy starring Tim Allen!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start on Temple Mountain Road near its junction with Utah State Route 24, heading west toward Goblin Valley State Park. You’ll see a large pullout on your left. This is the suggested starting point. The audio starts automatically as you pass—check your email/text for setup details.

End point

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cell service is limited in Goblin Valley, so download the tour before arriving.
Check current road closures, weather, and park conditions before your visit.
Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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