Utah-Based Extreme Motus Expands Outdoor Accessibility as All-Terrain Wheelchairs Become Available at All Five Utah National Parks

Milestone at Utah's Mighty 5 highlights a growing movement to make outdoor recreation more accessible to individuals and families nationwide.

PAYSON, Utah, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Extreme Motus, a Utah-based manufacturer of all-terrain wheelchairs, is celebrating a milestone in outdoor accessibility as its off-road wheelchairs are now available for visitors at all five of Utah's national parks.

The National Park Service announced that all-terrain wheelchairs are now available at Zion, Bryce Canyon, Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef national parks, giving visitors with mobility limitations new opportunities to experience some of America's most iconic landscapes.

The milestone advances a broader effort to make outdoor recreation more accessible. Unpaved trails, rocks and uneven surfaces can prevent traditional wheelchair users from joining family and friends outdoors; Extreme Motus wheelchairs are designed to help overcome those barriers.

"Being outdoors, exploring a trail, taking in a view or simply experiencing nature, is special," said Michael Painter, CEO of Extreme Motus. "Mobility challenges have made those experiences difficult or impossible for too many families. Having our wheelchairs at all five Utah national parks is a meaningful step toward giving everyone the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors."

Built for rugged environments, Extreme Motus wheelchairs have lightweight aluminum frames, oversized low-pressure tires and a nonmotorized design that lets a companion or caregiver assist passengers across dirt, sand, rocks and other terrain that can limit traditional wheelchairs.

Each park has at least one all-terrain wheelchair available free of charge, according to the National Park Service. Because quantities are limited, visitors should contact the park about availability, approved routes and checkout procedures.

The National Park Service recognized several organizations and partners for helping make the initiative possible, including Zion Forever Project, Friends of Arches and Canyonlands Parks, Outdoor Access Project, private donors and individual national parks.

"The National Park Service is committed to offering experiences that not only improve visitor access but create opportunities to connect deeply with the history, culture, and natural wonder of some of our incredible parks in Utah," said Jordan Hoaglund, deputy regional director for the National Park Service, in the agency's announcement.

For Extreme Motus, the milestone shows how manufacturers, public agencies, nonprofits and private partners can expand access to outdoor recreation and help make inclusive experiences more widely available nationwide.

"Utah's Mighty 5 shows what's possible when organizations share a commitment to accessibility," said Kenny Jardine, chief business development officer at Extreme Motus. "We want to build on that momentum with parks, municipalities, nonprofits and recreation providers nationwide so families can spend less time worrying about barriers and more time creating memories together."

For park wheelchair availability, approved trails and visitor requirements, contact the individual park or visit www.nps.gov. To learn more about Extreme Motus and its all-terrain wheelchairs, visit www.extrememotus.com.

About Extreme Motus
Headquartered in Payson, Utah, Extreme Motus designs and manufactures all-terrain wheelchairs that help people with mobility disabilities explore beyond paved pathways. Engineered for hiking trails, beaches, snow and rugged terrain, its wheelchairs support outdoor access through collaborations with families, parks, nonprofits and recreation providers. The company believes nature should be accessible to everyone.
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