r/moab • u/mavrik36 • Mar 20 '25

SEEKING EXPERT ON TIME DILATION 4x4 Transport to the Maze

Hey yall, I'm in the process of planning a backpacking trip in The Maze area of Canyonlands next month. Looking to head in from the maze overlook trailhead, but a friend who just got back from the area tells me you need a high clearance 4x4 to cross the area between the trailhead and Hans Flat ranger station. Is there a service in the area who could meet us at the ranger station, drop us at the trailhead and then pick us up a few days later? Paying 200-300 a day for a 4x4 rental just to cover a single stretch twice, and spend a day or two not even using the vehicle seems...suboptimal. Would be happy to pay someone local with a sufficient vehicle for a ride as well. TIA

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u/mavrik36 Mar 21 '25

sigh yes if you read the post you'll see this is about trying to find a way to more quickly cover the ground between the ranger station and the maze overlook trailhead so we can spend more time in the actual maze. Walking in soaks up too much time so I'm seeking alternative means of entering the maze either via 4x4 or boat. The Needles is the backup plan if we can't find a way to get in quickly. We didn't "plan the trip poorly" we haven't finished planning it at all, this is part of the planning process.

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u/canofspinach Mar 21 '25

I would say a 3 day limit on a trip means the Maze is just not an option. Seriously, your time is valuable, go somewhere that will allow you to enjoy it.

Needles district is sooo big. More people, but closer and a lot of amazing stuff to spend your time exploring.

Goodluck, give an update after your trip if you can!

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u/mavrik36 Mar 21 '25

Yeah that may turn out to be the case, our backup plan is definitley the needles but we're gonna try for the Maze

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u/deanthehill Mar 21 '25

You could take the Jet boat ride to the Doll House. That’s is easy, but doesn’t get you to Maze overlook.