Desert Rat Tours offers curated adventures across the Grand Valley since 2008.

Now under the experienced leadership of Dave Grossman, DRT is expanding its offerings in 2024.

Meet the Team
Enjoying the fruits of my labor riding the 2018 Grand Junction Off-Road, an event I created and ran for the first four years.

Guiding your adventure

Whether on bikes or boards, our guides help you have a memorable, curated adventure.

Our services

Meet our team

With thousands of miles behind bars the DRT Crew loves riding, paddling, and sharing their stoke with clients.

Maintaining the party line

Dave Grossman

Owner and Lead Guide

High five after a good ride

Tim DaCosta

Marketing and MTB Guide

Madge Saunders

Community Outreach and MTB Guide

FAQs

Why hire a mountain bike guide?

DRT’s experienced, certified guides provide our clients curated adventures that meet your needs. Don’t waste precious time. Ride with a guide.

When is the best time for an adventure in the Grand Valley?

We are blessed with year-round adventures in the Grand Valley, but knowing what is best on any particular day can be challenging. DRT’s nearly 20 years of experience will help you cut through the confusion and optimize your time and adventure.

Where do I meet my DRT guide?

Every curated adventure has a detailed itinerary provided before your adventure. Included in your itinerary, are details where to meet your guide. We can meet our downtown location, pick you up from your accommodations, or meet at a trailhead or boat ramp.

How do I join the DRT Crew?

Desert Rat Tours is selective who we work with. If you are interested and feel you have the skills, experience, and personality to lead curated adventures in the Grand Valley, please reach out.