Responsible Recreation

At Red Rock 4-Wheelers, we believe responsible recreation is the foundation of lasting access. If we want to keep public lands open, protect the routes that connect us to this country, and preserve the freedom to explore, then we have to use the land with care, discipline, and respect.

These roads and trails are more than recreation routes. They connect families to the outdoors, visitors to Moab’s backcountry, and communities to the history and the working landscapes that shaped this region. They are part of our heritage, and they come with responsibility.

That responsibility starts with a simple principle: stay on designated routes. Do not create new tracks. Do not widen obstacles by driving around them. Go over the rocks, not around them. One set of tracks becomes another route, and another route becomes unnecessary burden on the land. When we stay on the trail, we help protect the very places we came to enjoy.

Responsible recreation also means leaving the land better than you found it. Pack out what you pack in. If you see litter, pick it up. Respect the land, respect other users, respect private property, and respect the fact that this is rugged country with real risks and lasting consequences.

Stewardship is not separate from recreation. It is part of it. The future of access depends on the example we set today.

Our responsible recreation principles

• Stay on designated routes at all times.
• Do not create bypasses, play areas, or new obstacles.
• Go over obstacles, not around them.
• Pack out all trash and help remove litter when you find it.
• Respect private property, fences, gates, grazing operations, and cultural sites.
• Travel responsibly and avoid unnecessary damage to trails, soil, and vegetation.
• Be courteous to other trail users and help protect the reputation of the off-road community.
• Use good judgment, prepare properly, and make safety part of every trip.

Safety matters

Red rock country is beautiful, but it is also remote and unforgiving. A good day on the trail starts with being prepared.

Before heading out:

• Carry plenty of water. At least one gallon per person per day is recommended.
• Be prepared to spend the night if something goes wrong.
• Bring extra clothing, food, and a blanket.
• Carry a spare tire, tools, and enough fuel.
• Do not rely entirely on cell service. Communications may be limited.
• Let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return.
• Do not travel alone when it can be avoided.
• Leave alcohol at home and keep your judgment sharp.

Responsible recreation protects more than the land. It protects people, families, and the future of wheeled access.

The standard we live by

Red Rock 4-Wheelers believes managed access works. Stewardship works. Education works. When people use the land responsibly and take pride in caring for it, access and conservation can move forward together. We believe in protecting them through responsible use, shared effort, and respect for the land and its history.

Access is our heritage — and protecting it responsibly is how we honor the land.

Please join Red Rock 4-Wheelers in practicing responsible recreation every day.