Paria Outpost & Outfitters

I could not have had a better experience with Steve and Susan at Paria Outfitters. I chose the tour of White Pocket, and it was some of the best money I've ever spent on a day trip, in my opinion it is worth way more than they charge. The entire experience felt like being part of a family that has been locals to the area for over 30 years, and have been to White Pocket more than anyone else alive. Before this, I considered driving myself, but I am SO GLAD I went with this tour instead. I never would have seen half the formations and spots at White Pocket without Steve's expert knowledge. There were other tours there, but we hardly saw them. That's how I know we got to see all the hidden gems. Homemade sandwiches again made it feel like you were part of the family. I am recommending this unforgettable tour to everyone I know.

Down in the (White) Pocket We were camping at Paria River Ranch and wanted to book a tour. We got in touch with the Outpost and based on our requirements they recommended White Pocket in Vermillion Cliffs NM. We met up with Steve and Susan early in the morning and were soon banging our way down some really awful roads to a really beautiful place. Our timing couldn’t have been better, because it had rained a couple of days before and left reflecting ponds interspersed throughout the pocket. We also had some cloud cover, which really enhanced the photographic experience. Steve was great, very knowledgeable about the area. Highly recommended!

We visited White pockets through Paria outpost. The Dodsons were very helpful in arranging the trip for us. Mark Gutteridge was our guide who was very professional & knowledgeable. Added advantage was his photography skills through which he took spectacular pictures of us with the Milky Way.

Outstanding, outstanding, outstanding!!! Kudos to Steve and Susan Dodson. Because we had a low clearance, not 4 wheel drive vehicle, we booked two different tours with Paria Outpost & Outfitters. Booking the tours was easy by phone through Susan. The lunches she packed for us were complete and delicious. Steve took us out for a full day at White Pocket, an other-worldly surreal landscape in the Vermilion Cliffs. The weather ran the gambit from chilling cold, to beautiful white puffy clouds, to gray ominous clouds, to rain and even snow, so we got to see White Pocket in all of its glorious moods. Steve was patient and understanding as he masterfully navigated us throughout the different rock formations, every turn providing something even more splendid than the last. The next day, Steve took us on a 4-hour off-road tour of the Grand Staircase - Escalante along the beautiful scenic Cottonwood Canyon Road, with stops along the way to take a short hike through the Cottonwood Canyon Narrows, and a drive over to the abandoned Paria town site. Steve was engaging, quite knowledgeable, and provided great insight into the Grand Staircase. Steve and Susan are not only passionate about what they do, they revere the land they are blessed to show others. You will be provided an excellent immersive experience when you book a tour with Paria Outpost & Outfitters. Thank you Steve and Susan for both memorable outings.

The Dodson’s took care of us every step of the way. Answered all of my questions before booking and greeted so kindly when we arrived. Steve shared a wealth of local knowledge during our ride to White Pocket and he showed us all around and knew the best photo op locations. Felt like family when we stopped and ate the lunch Susan had packed for us. It was an amazing day!

Don was a fantastic guide for the White Pocket Wilderness area! It was a wild ride to the area as the area had just experienced quite a bit of rain. He handled the road like a boss. He even taught us a few photography tricks as he is a professional photographer with a high degree of knowledge about the area. There were only 3 in our group. We had a ton of great conversations and laughs! Thanks for a great day Don! :)

We had an absolutely awesome trip to White Pocket with Mark, who was very knowledgeable about the area and is a wonderfully talented photographer! If I could give 13 stars, I would!

Susan greeted us with a friendly warmth, as if we knew each other for years. Having grown up in the area, Jamaal our tour guide, was able to share his extensive experience while giving us the ability to explore and make our own memories. This combination made our experience fabulous. We'd give them more stars if we could!

Paria Outpost (Steve) provided my wife and I an amazing guided tour of the Cottonwood Cove area So. Coyote Buttes. Steve's knowledge of the area was on full display by taking us to all the places we wanted to see while skillfully avoiding three other groups. Susan makes an excellent vegetarian lunch. Pre trip reservation was easy. All communication was prompt, professional, and did not mind working old school (phone & email). Vehicle was clean and comfortable. To end the day Steve provided us with some "local knowledge" related to the Wahweap and Sidestep Canyon Hoodoos. We were able to quickly find both locations based on his input and tips. Highly recommend this guided tour service.

Great day hiking White Pocket with Paria Outpost. We racked up almost 6 miles hiking with Steve showing us great picture opportunities and sights that the other guided groups weren't going to. Not only was Paria cheaper than the bigger guides but they also included a packed lunch and Gatorade after the hike. Paria Outpost is closer to the tour locations than the other tour operators which gives you more time for exploring and less time driving. Steve and his wife have been in the area for over 30 years and have plenty of advice and recommendations for the surrounding area. Even better is you can camp at the Outpost for free and keep exploring the area. Highly recommend Paria Outpost and look forward to returning!

Paria Outpost shuttled 9 of us from Lee's Ferry to White House so we could hike back to our vehicles parked in the long-term lot at Lee's Ferry. They told us to be there promptly at 8:00AM, we were, and they arrived right on time. They had just enough room for our gear in the two vehicles. Susan was very engaging during the trip, answering all our questions on the area. We got to White house right on time, picked up our permits and off we went. It was an on-time, uneventful shuttle. In my book, that's the right kind. The cost split between 9 people was quite reasonable - no sense in leaving 1/2 your vehicles at each end and driving yourself.

With only one day left in Kanab and already having visited Bryce, Zion and other easily accessible sites, we wanted to visit something unique and off the beaten path - and Steve and Susan delivered w a private tour to White Pocket (4x4 required). Steve is a knowledgeable and patient guide, letting us go at our own pace, answering questions and pointing out the best viewpoints and photo shots at White Pocket - not fancy or out to make a quick buck, but someone passionate about nature and wanting to share the best of the southwest with you. With extra time left, he kindly brought us to Wire Pass and Buck Skin Gulch - reception is spotty so get your day pass in advance at recreation.gov. Unable to get a permit to the Wave / with Antelope Canyon closed, White Pocket and Buck Skin Gulch were the perfect alternatives. 8.5 hours, and 8M later (Steve is a machine!), we were really satisfied and grateful for the great guiding and hospitality. He genuinely wanted you to enjoy your experience and make great memories in his "backyard" and leave you wanting to come back. It truly was one of our favorite days. He also shared some great suggestions for Kanab, and our next destination, Pag Plentiful sack lunch and beverages also included. Also felt COVID safe.

I'll be honest and say that I'm on a mission to get Steve to start up the BBQ side of things again. The place in Page really leaves something to be desired. I say that this makes perfect business sense since everyone comes back from the tours hungry! Besides that we had a good guide who let us go at our own pace. Was glad to let someone else with the right vehicle tackle the sandy roads.

We did the White Pocket tour with Pete. Amazing adventure day for our group. The entire experience from booking thru return trip was easy, fun, and well worth the cost. Leave the driving to the experts! The roads can get very sandy! Pete helped us explore the area, and helped cater our day based on our expetience and interests. We also learned a lot and got new ideas for future hikes. We all agreed that this tour group is customer focused and make the effort to make your day memorable. Highly recommend!

Steve and Cindy provided an amazing White Pocket tour experience for our family of ten - ranging from one to 67. They are very knowledgeable of the area, patient and caring. I would highly recommend them to anyone wanting a tour of this area. We all felt extremely safe in their care. Overall just great people, great experience!

Susan & Steve are very friendly, efficient, & knowledgeable about the area. They offer several different tour & shuttle options, many on the road less traveled, but they have four wheel drives to get you there. I went on a tour with Steve, and the scenery was mind-boggling. I highly recommend exploring the area with Paria Outpost.

Best guide in Kanab, UT and surrounding area. Steve is like a sommelier of the Southwest. Just tell him or Susan (his better half) what you want to see and he can come up with a tour. Not an entertainer, just a thoughtful soul dedicated to nature and the land whose knowledge of the area is outstanding and current. He will keep you safe and give you the opportunity to have your mind blown by some of the best that mother nature has to offer.

We went on a tour of the White Pocket in September with the Paria Outpost tour group. This particular tour does not require a permit. They were very easy to deal with on the phone and very friendly and honest. They packed us all lunches and had drinks in the very comfortable suburban that is outfitted for the terrain that we encountered. The driver/guide that we had was Mike, who turned out to be a very knowledgeable retired pro photographer and was very well informed about all the areas that we went to. He is a great guide. On our back to our tours, we were trying to book rooms in Page, AZ for that night and discovered that ALL the hotels in town were booked! We were rather surprised at that as it is a rather out of the way area. It was raining and we had exhausted all of our options, when Mike offered the four of us to stay with he and his wife at their home! Talk about going above and beyond. We did stay with him and were very comfortable. I highly recommend this company. You will not be disappointed .