Location: Moab
Top Things to do in Moab
10 Things to do in Moab That You Shouldn't Miss
Moab attracts all types of outdoor adventurers. Mountain biking is huge here—experts claim it has some of the best trails in the world—as are rock-climbing and hiking. And the setting, with its gorgeous red rocks, can't be beat.
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1. Hell's Revenge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 833 reviews
Challenging 9-mile Jeep trail.
Reviewed By analizaq - Chicago, United States
Moab Adventure Center offered a sunset safari hummer tour and this was fun and had a great experience watching all the colors of the sunset.
2. Corona Arch
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5.0 based on 994 reviews
Reviewed By Inspire792823 - Rio Rancho, United States
Great trail that gives you aspects of Arches and Canyonlands without the crowds! Recommend combining with the Pinto Arch trail, with help of Alltrails App, for overall great hike and views!
3. Arches National Park
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5.0 based on 10,354 reviews
Reviewed By WC-Travelers-75
We had a great day in Arches driving our 23 ft. RV. We got to the entrance before opening and the double line each was about 50 to 75 vehicles ahead of us. Hint: If in an RV, Get to the Devils Garden Parking Area immediately and claim an RV space. Our experience was that all the spaces went to cars and trucks that double parked in the RV spaces. We tried to park there twice during the day - late morning and mid-afternoon and were shut out both times. If you are staying at Devils Garden campground, this is not an issue for you. Nonetheless, we had a fabulous day touring the viewpoints and hiking.We did all the hikes in the Windows section, the Delicate Arch Trail (difficult) , both Delicate Arch viewpoint, Sand Dune Arch and Skyline Arch. We also hiked the Broken Arch/ Tapestry Arch loop in a clock-wise direction leaving from the Sand Dune Arch Parking Area. We went partway to the Tapestry Arch but stopped because it became difficult. It definitely was more than moderate scrambling for us. The section from the hike from the Campground to the Sand Dune Parking Area had some sections with more than moderate scrambling. In a day, we saw a large section of the NP. Only the Pine Tree and Tunnel Arches escaped us.
4. Potash Road
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4.5 based on 761 reviews
This spectacular bicycle trail follows the Colorado River.
Reviewed By O722VSkenb
This is a fantastic drive. The Colorado river, otherworldly potash evaporation pools, petroglyphs, dinosaur tracks, amazing geology, movie sites and then the hair-raising switchbacks up to the Island in the Sky section of Canyonlands. You'll need a high clearance vehicle, preferably 4x4. Short wheel base will help on the switchbacks; that big ole pickem up truck gonna be hanging out over space. Leave the Accord at home for this one. I'd love to do it again.
5. Dead Horse Point State Park
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4.5 based on 5,354 reviews
From the prominence of Dead Horse Point, 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River, an ever changing landscape unfurls. Immense vertical cliffs meet with canyons carved by ice, water and wind creating a visual masterpiece. Plants and animals surviving on the edge of existence face many challenges of extreme conditions within this high desert environment. Stories of ancient hunters, resting along the cliff tops while knapping chert in preparation for the next hunt, and cowboys of the late 1800's, chasing wild mustangs onto Dead Horse Point, using the narrow neck to block off the natural corral . What story will you discover on your visit to Dead Horse Point State Park?
Reviewed By apkh0828 - Granite City, United States
After leaving Canyonlands National Eye in the Sky area, stopped in the Dead Horse State Park. A state park entrance fee is required & almost didn't go. However, we paid the fee of $16.00 and drove in the park. Well worth the entrance fee for this beautiful scenic overview...several hiking trails here also.
6. Castle Valley
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4.5 based on 319 reviews
This valley has some of the most famous and best views in Utah.
Reviewed By kaioatey - Half Moon Bay, United States
Definitely worth taking a day to go for a drive next to the Colorado river, and top it with a hike. I recommend the Grandstaff trail (easy) or the Fisher towers trail, which ends under the cathedral of phenomenal towers that were used as backdrop in many movies (Westworld, The Comancheros, etc) and are known among climbers for classical routes up the Titan peak. Even better, if you are lucky you can reserve one of the handful camping spots under the peaks.
7. Grandstaff Canyon Trail
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4.5 based on 620 reviews
Reviewed By janetG306
FYI this has been renamed as the Grandstaff trail. It's about 5 miles round trip through a very scenic canyon ending at the amazing Morning Glory Arch which I though was as good as anything in nearby Arches NP. The trail gains some elevation but it is not difficult, but be warned that you have to rock hop across a stream 10 times and a few of these crossings are tricky. My husband slipped and got a wet boot which was not good in 20 degree temperature. In winter conditions the trail has packed snow and is icy in spots so spikes are definitely advisable.
8. Wilson's Arch
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4.5 based on 618 reviews
Reviewed By 743adelles
When you walk up to the Wilson’s arch, you’re going to see the breathtaking view of the whole area. The day we went, the skies were strikingly blue and the clouds just made it look so unrealistic. You need sneakers with good grips. Definitely not a good climb for your vans or crocs (surprisingly enough, people were up top with them and it was pretty slippery)
9. Balanced Rock Trail
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4.5 based on 676 reviews
Reviewed By TaniyaNat - Phoenix, United States
My husband was able to capture this balanced rock in the backdrop of the milky way and it made a great theme! Will visit again!
10. Canyonlands National Park
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4.5 based on 3,594 reviews
Reviewed By KendianaJones
We visited the Island in the Sky sector, and saw four sights: - Upheaval Dome Trail - Green River Overlook - Grand View Point Trail (2 miles RT) - Hiked to Mesa Arch (½ mile RT) Of the four, Upheaval Dome was the least interesting. Geology buffs will appreciate the sight. The Green River Overlook is a great view for just a short walk from the parking lot - well worth the stop. Grand View Point Trail is 2 miles round trip, and while it is relatively flat, there are constant small ups and downs. It was not a difficult hike, and we enjoyed it. It ends on a peninsula several hundred feet above the canyon floor. We saw Mesa Arch last, and it was my favorite. I took a few pictures, then when a group of rude tourists moved out of the way (illegally climbing the arch), I walked up to it and peeked through. The view took my breath away. I quickly took some photos, drank in the view, then cleared out so that other photographers could do the same. The hike is a half mile loop, mostly in soft sand. If you can handle that, don't miss Mesa Arch!
