Destination
Moab - How Many Days do you Have?
A collection of suggested itineraries for the Moab area. Experience
the best of the Moab area, from wild adventure to the ultimate in relaxation. Float
trips, golf, scenic drives, shopping, museum hopping, 4WD tours, hiking,
the Moab area has it all!
Suggested Itineraries:
Itinerary #1: Quick Trip (1 - 3 days)
Day 1 - Moab - Moab
- Afternoon / evening driving tour in Arches National Park (2 – 4
hours)
- Dinner & overnight in Moab
Day 2 - Moab - Moab
Day tour options:
- Float trip on Colorado River
- Main Street shopping
- Museum hopping
- La Sal Mountain Loop Road (2 – 3 hrs)
- UT Hwy 128 north to Fisher Towers (2 –3 hrs)
- UT Hwy 279 southwest to end of paved road (2 – 3 hrs)
- UT Hwy 313 to Dead Horse Point State Park and Island in the Sky district
of Canyonlands National Park (4 – 8 hrs)
- Scenic Drives (all times r/t):
Dinner & overnight in Moab
DAY 3 - Departure
Itinerary #2: Get Out There Adventures!
(3 - 5 days)
- All or part of Itinerary #1 plus on-your-own options:
- Car & 4WD touring
- Mountain biking
- Hiking / backpacking
- Horseback riding
- Camping in the “La Sals” (Manti-LaSal National
Forest)
- Colorado River water sports
- Half- or full-day on-your-own or guided
adventures:
- Escorted Colorado River “jeep-jet” tour (boat & 4WD)
- mountain bike tours
- Colorado River float trip or whitewater adventure
- hiking/backpacking in Canyonlands National Park
- hiking in Arches National Park
- “combo” trips (raft & ranch,
raft & bike, more)
- Golf at the Moab Golf Course www.uga.org/clubs/moab
- 18 holes, par 72
- open 7 days/week year-round
- pro shop, driving range, snack bar
- cart rentals, lessons available
Itinerary #3: Hiking the National Parks / Arches (3 -
5 days or more)
- Any or all of Itineraries #1 & 2 plus :
Arches National Park-The Basics - Plan
to spend at least a few hours in the park exploring the scenic
drive and several viewpoints and short trails. Longer hikes
lead to spectacular rock formations like Delicate Arch. The
Devils Garden Campground provides an excellent base camp
for multi-day trips. Also, consider attending an interpretive
program. Guided walks, short talks and campfire programs
are offered daily March through October
Hiking at Arches National Park - Arches
contain a wealth of hiking trails. Ranging in length and
difficulty, these trails provide access to outstanding viewpoints
and many of the park's famous features like Balanced Rock
and Delicate Arch. In many cases, trails travel under arches,
affording quite a different perspective than what is visible
from a car. Hiking guides are available at the Park visitor
center and at shops throughout Moab. Details for the following
hikes are available at www.nps.gov/arch.
Easy Trails - Balanced Rock, Broken Arch,
Delicate Arch Viewpoint, Desert Nature Trail, Double Arch,
Landscape Arch, Sand Dune Arch, Skyline Arch, The Windows
Moderate Trails - Park Avenue, Tower
Arch
Long Trails - Delicate Arch, Devils Garden
Primitive Loop,
Double O Arch
The Fiery Furnace - A a labyrinth of
narrow sandstone canyons and fins. There are no marked
trails; the area has suffered resource damage due to increased
visitation. Hikers who want to explore the Fiery Furnace
must obtain a permit at the visitor center (fee charged)
and watch a minimum impact video. All visitors are encouraged
to sign up for a ranger-guided hike.
Itinerary #4: Hiking the National Parks
/ Canyonlands (3 - 5 days or more)
- Any or all of Itineraries #1 & 2 plus:
Canyonlands National Park -The Basics.
Most visits involve hiking, biking, boating or four-wheel
driving in the park's backcountry. Over-night trips are common.
For day trips, the Island in the Sky is the most accessible
district, offering expansive views from many overlooks along
the paved scenic drive, as well as several short hiking trails.
Hiking at Canyonlands National Park - Canyonlands
has hundreds of miles of hiking trails that explore the park’s
natural and cultural features. Both the Island in the Sky
and the Needles districts provide ample opportunities for
short walks, day hikes and backpacking trips. Due to its
remoteness, the Maze is primarily a backpacking destination.
Trails are usually marked with cairns (small rock piles)
and have signs at intersections. Many remote trails do not
receive regular maintenance and may not be adequately marked.
All backcountry hikers should carry a topographic map. Detailed
maps and guidebooks are available at the Park visitor centers
and at shops throughout Moab.
Cross-Country skiing in the La Sal Mountains - Access
is off the Geyser Pass Road, which is just off the La Sal
Mountain Loop Road, and is generally plowed to the parking
lot. Guided day and overnight ski tours and ski rentals are
available in Moab.
Note: Moab climate is characterized by extremes. Best
travel seasons are March-May and September-November. Due to high temperatures
June-August, high-exertion daytime activity is discouraged (although
early morning & evening trips are delightful) and enjoying the
many activities on the Colorado River or in the mountains. Although
the months of November-February are cold, the winter season is particularly
appealing for those seeking solitude in extraordinary red rock and
canyon country. Even if you arrive without a firm schedule, setting
up a multi-day itinerary in Moab is easy, particularly if you have
your own transportation. A 4WD vehicle is advised for off-road adventures.
Be prepared when going into the backcountry, and let someone know where
you’re going, and when you expect to return!
Local Information
Moab Area Travel Council
TEL 435.259.1370 or 1.800.635.6622
Internet: www.discovermoab.com
E-mail:
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Must See / Must Do
Arches National Park www.nps.gov/arch
Canyonlands National Park www.nps.gov/cany
Colorado River recreation www.discovermoab.com
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