Plan Your Visit

Moab Area

The City of Moab lies in the heart of the magnificent red rock canyons and mesas of southeast Utah.

It is the gateway community for Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, Dead Horse Point State Park, the Colorado River, the La Sal Mountains, three scenic byways and thousands of square miles of incredible public lands.

Moab is a full-service, tourist-friendly community, with lots of hotels, shops and restaurants to serve your needs during your visit.

Distance from regional airports:

Moab, UT: Canyonlands Field, 21 miles (34 km)
25 minute drive
Salt Lake City, UT: 237 miles (381 km), 3.75 hour drive
Grand Junction, CO: 113 miles (182 km), 1.75 hour drive
Denver, CO airport: 377 miles (607 km), 5.75 hour drive
Las Vegas, NV airport: 464 miles (747 km), 6.5 hour drive
Phoenix, AZ airport: 470 miles (756 km), 7.5 hours

Planning Tips

Make accommodation reservations prior to your arrival.

Hotels and campgrounds often fill on weekends and holidays during the busy season (March-October). Note that most campgrounds on public lands are first/come first served. Visit our camping page for more information.

Stop by the Moab Information Center (MIC) when you arrive in Moab, to get information about recreation throughout southeast Utah, pick up maps of areas you plan to explore, and get suggestions on what to see and do. The MIC is located in the center of Moab on the corner of Main and Center Streets.

When is the best time to visit Moab?

March through May, and September through October have the best weather, with daytime temperatures averaging 60° to 85° F (15.5° to 29° C). But, these are also peak visitation times.

Summers have less crowds, but are hot, with daytime temperatures averaging in the 90°s (32° C), sometimes exceeding 100° F (38° C).

Winter weather varies, but is often mild with little snow in the Moab Valley. Higher elevation areas, however, may not be accessible due to snow and ice.

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Classic Moab Trails Map $14.95
Great recreation topo map of the Moab Area. Covers from the western half of the La Sal Mountains on the east, to Canyonlands Island in the Sky on the west, to Canyon Rims Recreation Area on the south, Klondike Bluffs on the North. Includes UTM, Lat/Long grid, 36 trail/route descriptions, GPSed trails and roads; mileages and artings. Waterproof/tear resistant. 8th Edition, 2022. Scale: 1:52,500 Map Coverage North - Klondike Bluffs South - Canyon Rims Recreation Area East - La Sal Mountains West - Island in the Sky Size: 39 x 25 inches flat, 8 x 4 inches folded #2569
Moab East Map $14.95
Mountain biking and recreation map including ATV4WD roads and hiking trails. Covers the area east of Highway 191, including Moab and the eastern side of Arches NP and the La Sal Mountains to the Colorado border. Offers elevation profiles, shaded relief, environmental considerations, seasonal hazards and personal safety concerns. Waterproof/tearproof. Scale: 1:70,000. 5th Edition (2017). Map covers: North - two miles south of I-70 South - Monticello, Utah East - Colorado state line West - 2 miles west of Moab Size: 39 x 25 inches flat and 8 x 4 inches folded #693
Moab West Map $14.99
Great recreation topo map with Moab area biking trails, 4WD routes and hiking trails. Covers Moab and the area west of Moab to the Green River, Arches National Park and all three districts of Canyonlands National Park. UTM, Lat/Long grid. 45 trail/route descriptions, 32 elevation profiles. GPS trails & roads; mileages and ratings. Water proof/tearproof. Scale: 1:75.000 5th Edition (2018). Map Coverage North - 2 miles south of I-70 South - 6 miles south of Beef Basin - the northern Abajo Mountains East - Moab West - The entire White Rim Trail Size: 39 x 25 inches flat, 8 x 4 inches folded #694
Moab Hiking Trails $2.99
Fold-out guide to some of the best hiking trails that Moab has to offer! Area map, trail descriptions and photos make this a great guide to take with you to discover these Moab hiking trails: Corona Arch Fisher Towers Grandstaff Canyon Hunter Canyon Hidden Valley Amphitheater Trail Oowah Lake to Clarks Lake (La-Sal Mountains) Size: Folded 4 x 9 inches, unfolded 20 x 18 inches #3695
Moab Area Map Pack $24.95
A premier destination for mountain biking, hiking, whitewater rafting, four-wheeling, and more, Moab offers adventure and recreation in one of the most iconic landscapes in the United States. On the Moab Area East and West maps, particular attention is given to the area’s extensive mountain bike trail systems, which are clearly mapped and labeled. Trails are symbolized by use (hiking, mountain biking, OHV), with trail difficulty indicated for mountain bike trails. Trail segments are labeled with distances between junctions, and all trailheads and trail junctions are labeled with elevations. 4x4 trails are highlighted in yellow with notes for obstacles and features along the route. Group, primitive, and developed campgrounds are shown with their amenities, and the total number of sites. Colorado River access points and mileages are mapped and labeled for river recreation. Visitor centers, interpretive trails, and scenic overlooks are prominently mapped and labeled with their amenities. OHV, biker, and desert safety tips, laws, and etiquette are also provided. Buy the Map Pack and save 15%! The Moab Area Map Pack includes: Map 506 :: Moab Area West Map 507 :: Moab Area East Waterproof, tear-resistant paper. #5536