Complete Guide to White Pocket Arizona in Vermilion Cliffs

White Pocket Arizona is one of the best things to do in Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. This otherworldly landscape has features that look similar to the Wave hike in Utah and is known for the brain rocks in Arizona.

White Pocket is located on the border between Utah and Arizona but just over the line on the Arizona side. It is difficult to reach but worth the drive or a tour if needed. 

HOW TO VISIT WHITE POCKET ARIZONA

Whether you plan to drive to White Pocket or to take a tour of White Pocket, here is what you will need to know.

WHAT VEHICLE DO YOU NEED TO GET TO WHITE POCKET?

To get to White Pocket, you will need a high-clearance 4×4 vehicle. You do not want to do this in an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicle, and there are multiple signs stating that AWD vehicles are not allowed.

WHITE POCKET TOUR OPTIONS

If you do not have a four-wheel drive high clearance vehicle to get to White Pocket, take a tour. If you do not feel comfortable driving to White Pocket in the soft, deep sand, take a tour.

HOW TO GET TO WHITE POCKET IN VERMILION CLIFFS NATIONAL MONUMENT

If you decide to drive to White Pocket, you can access it from both the Utah and Arizona side. The best places to access White Pocket from are Kanab, Utah, and Page, Arizona.

DO YOU NEED A PERMIT FOR WHITE POCKET ARIZONA?

Unlike the Wave hike, you do not need a permit to visit White Pocket. You can drive yourself or take a tour to get there.

If you are not used to driving in deep soft sand, take a tour instead. It costs $1000+ to get towed out. Cell phone service is limited to call for help.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TO WHITE POCKET

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