Moab, Utah is a hotbed of adventure for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking the beauty of the great outdoors. With several designated national and state parks, it’s easy to explore Utah’s natural landscape. Get your adventure started with our guide to these Moab, Utah national and state parks.
Arches National Park
Probably the most widely known out of all the Moab, Utah national and state parks, is Arches National Park. No matter if you are a hiker, photographer, or a scenic driver, Arches offers out-of-this-world experiences for everyone!
Arches National Park is home to the world’s largest concentration of natural sandstone arches. Its unique formations create a dessert-scape unlike any other you’ve seen before. Spanning over 76,000 acres, the park contains over 2,000 arches located inside the park. Visitors will also discover massive sandstone fins, balanced rocks, and soaring spires.
Explore Arches National Park
There are many ways to explore Arches National Park, with everything from a guided tour to self-guided hikes. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, canyoneering, rock climbing, stargazing, and more during their visit. Take a tour and let a professional guide you along the way or go it on your own with a hike or take the 36-mile scenic drive in your own car.
Park info
The park is open year-round and is most popular between March and October. There is an entrance fee of $30 that is good for seven days. The entrance to the park is located five miles north of Moab and a 10-minute drive from Hotel Moab Downtown.
Canyonlands National Park
As the largest national park in Utah, Canyonlands National Park offers plenty to see and do. See where the Colorado and Green River have carved out a complex network of deep chasms, vertical cliffs, and towering spires. Spanning 527 square miles, the large park is divided into three sections: The Needles, Island in the Sky, and the Maze.
The Needles section is filled with red and white spires made of Cedar Mesa sandstone and is a hiker’s dream. Island in the Sky is a flat mesa covered with grasslands, forests, and ample slickrock. The scenic drive runs through the middle of the mesa and offers various viewpoints and hikes. One of the best views can be seen from the Grand View Point. The Maze is the most remote part of the park, covered with interlocking canyons and amazing views.
Explore Canyonlands National Park
Scenic drives are a popular way to see the park, along with hiking and biking. But there are other ways in which to explore including, 4WD roads, climbing, commercial guides, horseback riding, and more.
Park info
The park is open year-round and is most popular in April/May and September/October. There is a $30 entrance fee that is good for seven days. The entrance to the park is located 32 miles from Moab.
Dead Horse Point State Park
Towering 2,000 feet above the Colorado River, Dead Horse Point State Park provides some of the most spectacular views in the state. Immerse yourself amongst vista views, vertical cliffs met with deep canyons, all resting at the edge of Canyonlands National Park.
Explore Dead Horse Point State Park
There are miles of developed hiking trails within the park, plus an extensive mountain biking system with slickrock, winding singletrack, and undeniable scenery. Other park activities include fishing, stargazing, scenic drives, and guided tours. And like all other Utah state parks, Dead Horse Point is pet-friendly!
Park info
The park is open daily, year-round, and is most popular during the spring and fall months. There is a $20 entrance fee that is good for three days. The entrance to the park is located 32 miles from Moab.
Stay at Hotel Moab Downtown
After exploring these Moab, Utah national and state parks, enjoy a restful night’s sleep at hotel Moab Downtown. Located in the heart of town, our location is the perfect jumping-off point to all your Moab adventures. Our comfortable rooms come with modern amenities and a staff that is here for you 24 hours a day, all at an affordable price. Start planning your Moab adventure today and book your stay with Hotel Moab Downtown!