BUTTES, BADLANDS, AND A DRONE WONDERLAND
The area around Hanksville is home to some of Utah’s most unusual, geologically diverse, and visually stunning locations. This region includes Factory Butte, Moonscape Overlook, the Spire, Badlands, Bentonite Hills, the Mars Research area, Cathedral Valley, Goblin State Park, Temple of the Moon, Temple of the Sun, and the rarely seen Red Canyon. For a drone photographer, this area is like a Willy Wonka factory for kids, featuring some of the most extraordinary aerial formations you can find ANYWHERE.
Your Workshop Guide
Join us for an exciting five-day, four-night photography workshop in the Hanksville area. This workshop will focus on landscape and drone photography as we explore stunning buttes, surreal badlands, breathtaking erosion formations, magnificent sandstone monoliths, and colorful canyons.
Our workshop itinerary will divide our time between the beautiful landscapes of Factory Butte, The Overlook, The Spire, and the Temple of the Sun, as well as drone locations such as Bentonite Hills, South Cainville Mesa, The Three Buttes, and the stunning Badlands.
Workshop cost is $2,450 (PTN members get $200 discount), lodging and meals included
BY BOOKING THIS TOUR, YOU AGREE TO THE TERMS & CONDITIONS: CLICK HERE & READ BEFORE SIGNING UP.
Use Discount Code PTNWORKSHOP for $200 Discount
Pricing (all prices are per person)
$2,450 - THE WORKSHOP INCLUDES - 5 DAYS AND 4 NIGHTS (At Whispering Sands Motel). all meals are included. SINGLE OCCUPANCY CABINS AT MUDDY CREEK CABINS ARE AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $553.64. THE WORKSHOP ENDS AT NOON ON Thursday, April 2nd.
Payment Terms
To secure your spot in this workshop, a deposit of $750 is required. The remaining balance is due by January 15, 2026. For participants who do not require lodging (and will bring their own camper or van), there is a reduced price available. Please contact us for pricing details.
All standard Terms and Conditions apply.
Starlink
WORKSHOP LEADER WILL HAVE STARLINK WIFI ALLOWING YOU TO ACCESS THE INTERNET TO COMMUNICATE VIA TEXT MESSAGES, E-MAIL, VIDEO CALLS, AND INTERNET PHONE CALLS WHILE ON THE WORKSHOP.
What is Included:
Single occupancy lodging is provided at Whispering Sands Motel in Hanksville.
Single occupancy Cabins at Muddy Creek Cabins ARE AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE of $553.64.
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND GUIDING IN THE HANKSVILLE AREA
All meals, water, non-alcoholic drinks, and snacks will be provided during the workshop.
Participants will receive photographic guidance and instruction from a professional photographer.
Expect camaraderie, adventure, stunning scenery, and an enjoyable experience!
Not Included:
Air travel and unscheduled airport transfers
Rental car
Travel to and from your destination to the workshop meeting place
Passport and visa fees (if applicable)
National Park entrance fee ($15-$30 per person). Click here for Capitol Reef NP fee information
Any meals or accommodations before or after the workshop dates
Items of a personal nature
Alcoholic beverages
Trip insurance
Anything else not explicitly listed as included
Transportation:
participants may be asked to drive their own vehicles or carpool with others.
FOR THE WORKSHOP, ALL ROADS ARE EITHER PAVED, WELL-MAINTAINED DIRT OR GRAVEL ROADS WITH WASHBOARDS. A FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE VEHICLE IS NOT MANDATORY. IT IS RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A HIGHER-CLEARANCE VEHICLE WITH GOOD OFF-ROAD TIRES.
suggested rental cars - a vehicle with high clearance. The most important factor is having good tires!
Itinerary Changes
The weather in the Hanksville area can be unpredictable, and storms may occasionally lead to road closures, making it difficult or impossible to access certain locations. If a weather situation occurs or if a road or location is closed, we may need to alter some or all of our published itinerary.
Fitness
Moderate: hiking to locations is limited. One location we may go to would require hiking for about a 1 1/2 miles over uneven ground and sand with moderate elevation gain.
What to Bring
We will send you a detailed information document 60 days before your workshop. This document will include specifics of where and when to meet, gear, clothing recommendations, and more.
