Jeep or ORV rental in Moab

[flyfishing48]

We want to rent either a Jeep or ORV in Moab. Anyone with a recommendation?

[kohldad]

I don't know about Moab since I took my own Jeep there, but the same rental companies operate out of Ouray, CO. There they have strict limits on which trails you can take the rentals, specifically excluding almost any but the beginner/novice trails. I wouldn't be surprised if they had the same limitations in Moah.

The trails they will let you run are a bit more than the novice trails. They have some very nicely equipped/lifted jeeps in Moab to rent. One thing to remember though is you pay for ALL damage and BREAKAGE.

However, before you rent, you may want to just explore in your truck, even if it is 2wd. You can enter at the Pot Ash roads and do some of the White Rim Trail, explore the gravel roads that go around the north end of Arches, etc. I did all of these with a long bed crew cab 4x4 92' Ford truck and didn't use 4wd on any of them.

If 4wd, you can also do the trail almost to Gemini Bridges, Shaffer Trail, Long Canyon, and a bunch of other trails. These I also did, but did have to use 4wd a time or two, but nothing serious.

I'll also suggest a jet boat ride on the river as it is cooler down there.

Just a word of caution, make sure someone know where you are going and when to expect you back. Lots of the trails don't have cell coverage due to the topography.

[RedRocket204]

Summer is going to be hot out there and generally not prime-time for being there. Maybe that will be a good thing but be very prepared for heat in the summer. Spring and Fall is considered the best times to ride Moab.

The place is awesome and if you some good trail guide books, check out funtreks books, can order from their website or amazon. Also, the NatGeo maps are very good to have for Moab too.

We do Moab on ATVs and will be back riding there within two weeks.

[Busskipper]

Jeep. Tagged and road worthy.

JMHO,

[John_Wayne]

To me it would depend if the ORV's were able to use the roads around town. Other wise you'd have to trailer to the different trails.

[flyfishing48]

Thanks for all of the input. It has all been helpful.
I am not a total rookie with jeeps and ORV's. I have owned at least 7 jeeps and currently have a side by side. So the equipment is not new to me, but the desert southwest is another matter. My off road experience is all in Northeastern Pa and Northern Michigan.
Totally different terrain and conditions. So We will be sticking to the milder trails in the Moab area.

[nunya]

Barlow Jeep Rental, south of town on 191. Best place in town!

[Bipeflier]

From one of the rental sites:

Requirements
All Drivers must be over 25 years of age
Must have proof of full-coverage car insurance
Note: Proof of insurance can be waived for International Renters but they must purchase our Collision Damage Waiver which is $40 per day.

Looks like U.S. folks will cover all damage on your own insurance!

Check with your agent first.

[4runnerguy]

Can't help you on a rental company, as we now mountain bike rather than 4x4 the trails!
But for info on the various trails, check here: Moab trails
For ratings, check here: Moab trail ratings Unless you've got your own equipment, I'd stick to trails rated 4 or less.

[BendOrLarry]

Canyonlands Jeep. We have rented from them twice, the last time was last June. Nice people, good jeeps and they are located in the center of town.

https://canyonlandsjeep.com/

[2gypsies1]

If you're inexperienced with both I'd recommend a Jeep - much safer. Moab and Silverton, CO are the prime Jeeping areas. We've done them both with our Jeep and they're awesome! You don't want to just take off on any trail. Trails are rated according to the degree of difficulty. There are books out there that give excellent descriptions of 4x4 trails. Study them first before taking off or you may not come back. Seriously, we've seen some tragic accidents because of inexperience.

[bob_nestor]

I don't know about Moab since I took my own Jeep there, but the same rental companies operate out of Ouray, CO. There they have strict limits on which trails you can take the rentals, specifically excluding almost any but the beginner/novice trails. I wouldn't be surprised if they had the same limitations in Moah.

[Crazy_Ray]

JEEP. NAC

[eichacsj]

That is or should be the #1 jeep destinations with many category 5 (extreme) off roads. I haven't even asked but I bet the deposit could be the cost of a new jeep. You are guaranteed to dent it and as much as totaling it, especially if you are not very experienced.

This thread will be interesting.

[ford_truck_guy]

I will subscribe to this one..
My buddy just told me a week ago that he is taking his motorhome there this summer. He is meeting his son from TX for a week.. they are renting Jeeps and taking excursions.. sounds like a blast.. I will ask him and try to get back to you..