Moab Easter Jeep Safari
Rating
Family of 4
Variable — registration fees, equipment/rental costs; can range from $200–$1,000+ depending on participation level
Duration
Full day or multi-day event (runs Easter week)
Best Ages
8–17
About
The Moab Easter Jeep Safari is one of the most iconic annual events in the American West — a 9-day off-road celebration organized by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club that transforms Moab into a global gathering point for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. For families who love 4WD adventures, mechanical spectacle, and the raw beauty of Utah's canyon country, there is nothing else quite like it.
The event runs the week leading up to Easter Sunday, with hundreds of trails available ranging from beginner-friendly dirt road drives to expert-level rock crawling that most vehicles cannot attempt. Families with appropriate 4WD vehicles can register for trails suited to their skill level, giving kids the experience of navigating genuine Utah backcountry terrain in a supported, organized setting.
For families without a 4WD rig, Easter Jeep Safari is still worth experiencing as spectators. Moab's landscape means trail action happens in visible, dramatic locations — watching a modified Jeep scale a vertical rock face at Fins & Things or navigate the impossible terrain of Hell's Revenge trail is legitimately thrilling even from a viewing distance. It's free to watch, and the mechanical spectacle keeps kids of all ages mesmerized.
Critical logistical note: Moab during Easter Jeep Safari is one of the most crowded weeks of the year. Hotel rooms and rental accommodations book out a year in advance. If you're planning to attend, accommodation should be the very first thing you book — months ahead, not weeks.
The energy of the event — thousands of Jeep families, the sound of rock crawlers, and the communal spirit of an event built around shared love of outdoor adventure — gives Moab a uniquely festive atmosphere that regular visitors find compelling year after year.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
No
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
Limited
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Easter week (the event runs 9 days ending on Easter Sunday)
Wait Times
Busy event — plan logistics and route sign-ups well in advance
Nearby Food
Downtown Moab fills up with food vendors and trucks during the event; normal restaurant options on Main St
Why Kids Love It
One of the world's largest off-road vehicle events in Moab's backyard — hundreds of Jeeps, rock crawlers, and trail rigs tackling insane terrain that kids find absolutely mesmerizing
Pro Tips from Parents
- The Easter Jeep Safari is a 9-day event organized by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers club, ending on Easter Sunday
- Trails range from easy to expert — families with their own Jeep or 4WD can select appropriate difficulty levels
- Spectating along popular trails like Hell's Revenge or Fins & Things is free and deeply entertaining for kids
- Moab gets extremely crowded during this event — book accommodations a year in advance
- Even if you're not a Jeeper, visiting Moab during Easter Jeep Safari is worth it for the spectacle alone
What to Bring
- If participating: your registered 4WD vehicle, recovery gear, and trail supplies. If spectating: folding chairs, water, sunscreen, and a camera
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
Variable — registration fees, equipment/rental costs; can range from $200–$1,000+ depending on participation level
Tips to Save
- Watching (spectating) the Jeep trails in town during event week is free — you don't need to register a vehicle to enjoy the spectacle
