Moab Adventures: Arches, Canyonlands & Beyond
Moab, an adventure resort town in Utah, is the base camp for an abundance of activities and sightseeing surrounded by red rocks, sandstone arches and the Green and Colorado rivers.
Enjoy the scenic Arches or Canyonlands National Parks. Try mountain biking, river expeditions, hiking, or four wheel driving – just to name a few of the outdoor escapades available to you.
Town of Moab
This vibrant small resort town offers galleries, festivals, shops, restaurants, lodging and local guides and outfitters for all your outside adventure needs.
Start you day at EklectiCafe, The Love Muffin Cafe or Red Rock Bakery and Net Cafe for a morning latte and freshly baked goods.
Later in your day, visit the popular brewpubs, Eddie McStiff’s Brew Pub for tasty food, indoor and patio seating, draft beers and a full bar or the Moab Brewery, Moab’s popular
Arches National Park
A short drive from Moab, Arches National Park boasts the world’s largest concentration of sandstone arches and is a popular destination for travelers worldwide.
Canyonlands National Park
Canyonlands National Park offers panoramic views of canyons, red rocks and sandstone spires overlooking the Green and Colorado Rivers.
Mountain Biking near Moab
Moab is the base for the best mountain biking with scenic trails for all levels of ability. Enjoy the varied terrain and beautiful scenery on day trips or longer backcountry adventure trips. Famous trails include the White Rim trail in Canyonlands suited for all levels of mountain bikers or the highly technical Slickrock Bike trail.
River Trips near Moab
Guides and outfitters will take you on scenic day or multi-day trips though the section of the Colorado and Green Rivers. Stretches of river vary from scenic calm waters to more daring wild rapids. With a permit, self supporting kayaking tips may be planned but visit an outfitter first to ensure you paddle down the river with the necessary equipment and understanding of the backcountry rules.
Moab Area: Hiking, Backpacking and Canyoneering
There are numerous day hikes in Moab and in the parks. Adventurists may also enjoy hiking, backpacking and camping backcountry for a quiet and more primitive experience. Do you have basic climbing skills? Canyoneering guides will take you into the hidden, stunning canyons of the area.
Moab’s Stunning Local Hikes
Moab visitors, locals and dogs love the Negro Bill Canyon hike.
The Moab Rim trail is an impressive primitive slickrock 3 mile trail. Adventurers will enjoy the stunning views of the Colorado River, La Sal Mountains, Moab and Spanish Valley and the protected Behind the Rocks terrain.
Hidden Valley boasts spectacular hiking, bouldering, mountain biking, petroglyph viewing and rock climbing within only three miles of downtown Moab.
Moab Area: 4 Wheeling Trails
Ready for a bumpy, exiting ride exploring the southern desert terrain? Jeep rentals are plentiful, as 4 wheel enthusiasts explore the red rocks and primitive terrain on the thousands of miles of backcountry roads. Try the easier and smoother Gemini Bridges Trail showcasing the popular twin arch. For those up for challenging rocky terrain, the Moab Rim Trail rewards you with amazing views of the Spanish Valley and the La Sal Mountains.
More Utah Adventures!
The Nine Mile Canyon in Utah is a stunning, historical 40 mile canyon showcasing over 1000 panels and 10,000 images of petroglyphs and pictographs.
The Nebo Loop scenic byway in Utah’s Uinta National Forest offers sightseers views of the Utah valley, stunning red rock formations, alpine lakes, clear streams and the breathtaking Wasatch Mountains.
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