Things To Do
Arches National Park
Arches National Park is normally open year-round, 24 hours a day. To avoid traffic, we recommend entering the park before 8 am or after 3 pm. You will need to make a reservation to enter the park and you can make a reservation using the link we provided. There is a $2 reservation processing fee. If you are military, then you can receive a National Park Pass for free. This will allow you to enter any national park in the U.S. for free. If you would like to purchase a National Park Pass for all U.S. National Parks, then it is $80 for the whole year. Otherwise, to enter the Arches National Park, it is $30 per vehicle or $15 per person if you are walking in. We recommend having a vehicle when touring the Arches park because the distance between sites is quite long and most people will drive between sites and then get out and participate in the sites or hikes.
Dead Horse Point State Park
The Dead Horse State Park is open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM year-round. Sunrises and sunsets are especially memorable at Dead Horse Point. For anyone wondering, this is where we took our engagement photos and the views are breathtaking. If you choose to go at night, you will be able to experience the sight of thousands of stars in the skies because the skies in this spot are particularly dark. Going just before dusk or even at sunrise is a beautiful time to go as well. You can even rent mountain bikes to tour the park and you can do that using the link we provided. It is $20 per vehicle to enter Dead Horse Point or $10 per person if you are walking or riding a bike into the park. Utah residents over the age of 65 will be able to enter the park for $15 in a vehicle.
Moab UTV and ATV Tours
Are you up for an adventure? Tyler and I absolutely LOVE riding UTVs. We can't wait to view the Moab scenery on one of these awesome tours. There are many different companies, but through our research, this company offers extensive tours ranging in different intensity levels, from easy to moderate terrain. The "The Works Moab Sampler" is their easier terrain tour and they say this tour is perfect for families. You are able to drive your own vehicle on this 4-hour tour and it ranges from $177.00 - $272.00 per person. The next level would be the "Hell’s Revenge And Fins & Things" tour and this 3.5-hour tour is a morning or sunset tour. It starts at $174 per adult and $121 per child. If you REALLY want to rock crawl or you're especially into thrills, check out the extreme terrain on the "Poison Spider" tour, ranging from $182 - $280 per person. This 4-hour tour involves climbing obstacles, zipping through sand washes and traverse slick rock.
Red River Adventures
For more of an adventure, you can experience the most fun whitewater rafting in Utah, rock climbing, and Moab canyoneering. If you are looking for family-friendly Moab White Water Rafting or Multi-Sport Adventures, you've got to check out these tours! There are full day or half day tours available. For information on pricing, visit the website we provided.
Stargazing Hike
Moab has some of the darkest of skies with VERY limited light pollution. Learn about the wonders in the sky on this 2 hour guided tour. You will be able to see the Milky Way with the naked eye and even be able to capture it on your own camera! If you do not have a DSLR camera to capture these moments, you will be able to rent a camera, tripod, and even a headlamp. Meet at The Windows parking area in the first parking lot on the right. They say this tour is not suitable for children under 6 years old, people with mobility issues, or anyone needing wheelchair assistance. You will need an entrance pass to Arches National Park, which is $30 per vehicle unless you have the Annual National Park Pass, which is $80 for a one-year unlimited entrance to all National Parks in the United States. Please see the website we provided for pricing details and packing essentials.
Horseback Riding
Explore the trails made famous by John Wayne himself on the Castle Valley Horseback Ride. This guided tour is an excellent introduction to horseback riding. There are multiple tour options available, including a 1.5 hour tour and a 3 hour tour, ranging from $140 - $170. You will travel alongside creeks and amongst 2,000 foot cliffs. Horseback riding trips meet in the lobby of Red Cliffs Lodge located at mile 14 on Highway 128, approximately.
Jet Boat Tours
If you are seeking more of a thrill, you can travel along the Colorado River as you jet upstream jumping, speeding, and spinning through rapids! The flat bottom of a jetboat allows for flat spins that no typical prop boat can achieve. Jet boat trips will meet at 1861 N Highway 191, Moab, Utah 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. The tour is approximately 1 hour long. Children must be 8 years of age weighing at least 60 pounds. Lifejackets are provided. Pricing is $79 for children ages 8-12 and $89 for adults.
Moab Jet Boat Sunset Tour
Enjoy a dutch over dinner amongst the sunset while cruising through the canyons of the Colorado River. Your guide will explain local geology and history of the Canyonlands area. Trip is about 2.5 hours, including a 1.5 hour boat ride and a 1 hour dinner. Children ages 4-12 are $119 and people ages 13+ are $129. Jetboat Tours meet at 1861 N Highway 191, Moab, UT 15 minutes prior to departure time.
Raven's Rim Adventure Tours
This zipline tour features a series of six steel cables across natural fins, canyons, and gaps in the landscape beneath you. The 13,000-foot La Sal Mountains loop in the distance to the south, and the Colorado River bends through Moab Valley and into "The Portal" to the west. Be sure to bring your camera! Children must be at least 8 years old. For children 8-15 years old, it is $117. For adults it is $159. Moab zipline tours will meet 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour at the Raven's Rim location, north of Moab. Estimated tour time: 2hrs 45 minutes.
Zax Restaurant
Zax is located in the middle of downtown Moab. They are open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. They have outdoor seating as well as indoor seating. They serve a variety of dishes including vegetarian options. Visit the website we provided to be directed to their menu.
The Broken Oar
If you are in the mood for a high-quality steakhouse, then this place is worth checking out. They serve amazing American eatery in a rustic atmosphere. They are family-owned and operated. A few fan favorites are their famous burgers and sweet potato fries. To view their menu, please click on the link we provided.