Bryce Canyon's best-kept secret? 4 epic backcountry adventures beyond the crowds

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Bryce Canyon's best-kept secret? 4 epic backcountry adventures beyond the crowds
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Utah tour company, ROAM, just opened four new tours in Bryce Canyon that are suitable for people of many ages and abilities.

A Utah -owned adventure company expands into Bryce Canyon Backcountry, going where most have never been. Utah is home to the iconic BIG 5 national parks—and Bryce Canyon continues to draw millions each year.

In 2023 alone, it saw more than 2.3 million visitors, making it the second-most visited national park in the state, according to the Kem C. Gardner report.But beyond the main viewpoints lies a wilder side of Bryce most travelers never see.That's where ROAM comesThe locally owned, highly rated Utah adventure company has expanded into Bryce Canyon's backcountry with four new guided experiences—designed to take guests beyond the crowds and into terrain few access, yet built to accommodate a wide range of ages and ability levels.From stargazing under some of the darkest skies in the country, to rappelling and hiking through impressive slot canyons, to cruising remote desert overlooks by UTV—these tours offer a deeper, more immersive way to experience Bryce - away from the crowds and into nature.For those who want more than the standard viewpoint, ROAM does Bryce Canyon differently. Photo: ROAM Willis Creek UTV slot canyon hikingEase into the magic of Utah's slot canyons at Willis Creek—one of the most family-friendly and scenic narrow canyons in the Grand Staircase–Escalante region. A gentle stream winds through the canyon floor year-round, and the towering Navajo sandstone walls gradually rise and narrow as you walk deeper in.In winter, ice and reflected light shimmer off the canyon walls. In warmer months, the cool creek and shaded passages make for an unforgettable hike.All you need are solid hiking shoes and sunscreen. ROAM handles the UTV access, guide, and water—so you can just show up and explore. Photo: ROAM Grand to Bryce Overlook UTV TourSit back — or take the wheel — on this 2.5-hour thrilling backcountry ride through Southern Utah's vibrant desert terrain. This all-ages UTV adventure winds across rugged landscapes most visitors never get to see.The grand finale? A sweeping overlook where the Grand Staircase unfolds toward Bryce Canyon country and the Paria River valley — an epic Southern Utah panorama.Bring a camera, good shoes and a light layer if it's evening. ROAM will handle the rest.The Bryce Canyon DropStep into real adventure inside Dunham Slot Canyon. The Bryce Canyon Drop is a four-hour guided canyoneering experience designed for ages 6 and up who want more than just a hike.Descend through towering limestone walls on three exhilarating

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