Moab, Utah: Itineraries for Every Type of Traveler
You can spend a lifetime in Moab and still not see it all — but we have recommendations of where to start depending on what type of traveler you are. Each itinerary covers a full week in Moab, with morning, afternoon, and evening activities, all written and vetted by local experts.
You're a Retired Scenery-Seeker if you're an older traveler making your way through your travel bucket list. Our itinerary for you is Moab at a pace that works: one big adventure each day, and short, accessible hikes to the viewpoints you can't see from the car windows.
You're a Nature-First Explorer if you're more "outsidey" than you are "outdoorsy," and if you're getting left a little behind the group because you're taking photos of the wildflowers. Our itinerary for you is more about taking in the sights than knocking out big adventure days.
You're a Multi-Gen Memory Maker if you're planning a trip for the whole family — grandma and littles included. Our itinerary for you highlights activities for groups with a wide age range who want the iconic version of Moab, but not the friction that can come with different paces.
You're a Family-Adventure Planner if you're bringing the kids along for a trip they'll never forget. Our itinerary for you showcases the full "we did that" version of Moab, with options for any season of travel.
You're an Adventure Maximizer if you're looking to do Moab at full throttle, and if you're planning to bring your own gear (or go with guides for the week). Our itinerary for you includes iconic experiences that encourage desert exploration.
When the sun slips behind the red rock horizon, Moab doesn’t go to sleep—it comes alive. The dramatic landscapes that draw visitors during the day transform into a…
After a day spent exploring Moab’s red rock trails, splashing in the Colorado River, or bouncing along backcountry roads, most families are looking for one thing: a great…
Moab sparks curiosity at every turn. One moment you’re standing beneath towering red rock arches, and the next you’re splashing in the Colorado River or watching the…
Moab is the kind of place where imagination comes alive at every turn. Add in towering red rocks and winding canyons, and it becomes easy to spark kids’ curiosity and sense…
How to explore Moab’s expansive outdoor art scene Looking for outdoor art in Moab? The next time you’re on your way to the Moab Museum (to explore the current…
Lizzie Larsen at Westwater Ranch with angora chaps. [J. Willard Marriott Library Archives] By the Moab Museum, originally published in the Moab Sun News “The right to ride…
A dinosaur track at the Mill Creek dinosaur tracksite. By Science Moab, published on Soundcloud The world that existed when dinosaurs roamed the Moab area was vastly different than…
By Science Moab, originally published on Soundcloud and with KZMU and the Moab Sun News From the perspective of an archaeologist, the physical body of an ancient person is a gift…
Every year, spring through fall, the Canyonlands Natural History Association hosts experts to speak on Moab science, culture, ecology, and history. These talks are free, and are…
A little rain doesn’t have to put your Moab adventure on hold—it simply invites you to experience the red rocks from a new perspective. While the desert is best…
