Destination
Moab (Arches & Canyonlands), United States
Moab is the adventure capital of the red-rock desert, with Arches and Canyonlands national parks, slickrock mountain biking and Colorado River rafting at its door.
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Lowest fares to Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) by city, last 30 days
| From | Lowest, 30 days | Checks |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | $522 | 1 |
| Los Angeles | $533 | 2 |
| Charlotte | $539 | 3 |
| Reno | $581 | 2 |
| San Francisco | $668 | 4 |
When to go
| Month | Season |
|---|---|
| January | fine |
| February | fine |
| March | best |
| April | best |
| May | best |
| June | avoid |
| July | avoid |
| August | avoid |
| September | best |
| October | best |
| November | fine |
| December | fine |
- April, May, September, October: Peak season; Arches requires timed-entry tickets in busy months
- December, January, February: Cold and quiet, with snow dusting the arches
June, July, August: Desert heat above 100°F
Where to stay in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
- Downtown Moab: Main Street motels, outfitters and breweries within walking distance.
- North Moab / Highway 191: Newer hotels closest to the Arches entrance.
- Spanish Valley: Resorts and glamping south of town with quiet desert views.
- Colorado Riverway (Highway 128): Riverside lodges like Red Cliffs and Sorrel River.
What to do in Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
- Hike to Delicate Arch for sunset
- Watch sunrise through Mesa Arch in Canyonlands
- Drive the Shafer Trail or take a Hells Revenge 4x4 tour
- Mountain-bike the Slickrock Trail
- Raft the Colorado River through Fisher Towers
- See the Island in the Sky overlooks at Dead Horse Point
Good to know
| Airports | Grand Junction Regional (GJT), Canyonlands Regional (Moab) (CNY), Salt Lake City International (SLC) |
|---|---|
| Passport for US citizens | no |
| Price level | upscale |
| Time zone | America/Denver |
| Kind of trip | national-park, adventure, nature, desert, road-trip |
Questions about Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)
When is the best time to visit Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)?
March, April, May, September and October. June, July, August: Desert heat above 100°F
Do US citizens need a passport for Moab (Arches & Canyonlands)?
No. Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) is a domestic trip; a government photo ID is enough.
How expensive is Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) on the ground?
Moab (Arches & Canyonlands) is upscale by US standards: plan about $130 per person per day for food, getting around and tickets.