Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour
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Is Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour worth booking?
Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour is a 1-hour experience in Moab, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.1/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.1/5 (7)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $10 per person
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
What you get
About this experience
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
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.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
What you'll see and do
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.
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Goblin Valley State Park
Welcome to Goblin Valley! From mushroom-like rock formations to ancient and mysterious art, there’s no shortage of fascinating sights in this valley.
Pass by without stopping
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!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Moab
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel with Action
Know before you go
- 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.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Interesting stop but quick.
I wouldn’t pay for the guided tour. You still have to pay $20 to get past the gate. It’s a short drive and over before you know it. Glad we saw it .
Response from the operator: John, thank you for taking my Goblin Valley GPS driving audio tour and for sharing your feedback. I’m glad you were able to visit and see the park, though I’m sorry the drive felt shorter than expected. Just to clarify, my tour is a self-guided audio guide only and doesn't include the park entrance ticket, so you'll need to pay any required gate fee separately. I hope you’ll try my Utah Mighty 5 self-guided driving audio tour for Arches, Canyonlands, Zion, and Capitol Reef. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Self guided Goblin Valley tour
The pre loaded self guided tour on the app was good and we found it interesting. Had a little trouble getting it to play at first but then it worked well. Definitely worth $10
Response from the operator: Randy, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Goblin Valley GPS Driving Audio Tour and found it interesting! I’m sorry there was a little trouble getting it started at first, but I’m happy everything worked well afterward. If you ever run into any issues, you can always reach out to me — I’m just a call or chat away and happy to assist with anything. If you're planning more adventures, check out my Ultimate Utah Bundle Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour, which includes Zion, Bryce, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. Happy exploring!
via Tripadvisor
It is nice that we are...
It is nice that we are able to experience this despite having no service. It was much shorter than expected, but it was great information!
Response from the operator: Amanda, I’m really glad to hear that my Goblin Valley GPS Driving Audio Tour worked well for you, even without service—that offline feature makes a big difference. Goblin Valley is a smaller park than others, so the tour is designed to match its size while still providing meaningful and engaging information along the way. I’m glad you still found the content valuable. If you're planning more adventures, check out my Ultimate Utah Bundle Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour, which includes Zion, Bryce, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Helpful guide. Make sure download before going and start at coordinates
Load app and download first. It only works if you start at coordinates. Customer service is very helpful
Response from the operator: Robert, I’m glad you found my Goblin Valley audio tour helpful. It’s great that the instructions to download beforehand and start at the designated coordinates worked well, and I’m happy our customer service team was able to assist. If you're planning more adventures, check out my Ultimate Utah Bundle Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour, which includes Zion, Bryce, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Great experience, do it!
This was a fabulous trip that was on our bucket list. The tour told us many things we needed to know and stories to make it so interesting. Great deal and so informative.
Response from the operator: Grace, so glad to hear you enjoyed my Goblin Valley tour and that it helped make your bucket list trip even more special. I am happy, the stories and info added to your experience. If you're planning more adventures, check out my Ultimate Utah Bundle Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour, which includes Zion, Bryce, Canyonlands, and Capitol Reef. Happy exploring!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Moab.
How much does Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Moab usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Moab is not rushed.
Is Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.1/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Moab, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Moab can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Moab and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Goblin Valley Self Guided Driving Audio Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Moab within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Moab?
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Moab is the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands: sunrise arch tours, 4x4 runs on Hell's Revenge, Colorado River rafting, canyoneering and dark-sky stargazing. Park entry timing systems change often, so we weight tours that handle reservations for you. On Outty we rank every Moab experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include HIGHLY RATED U-DRIVE Moab Hell’s Revenge UTV Off-Road Adventure, BEST! Hell's Revenge U-Drive 4X4 Tour in Moab +Dinosaur Tracks!, 5-STAR Moab Hell's Revenge UTV U-DRIVE TOUR + DINO TRACKS. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Moab?
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April to May and September to October, avoiding peak summer heat. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Moab?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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