Must-do List to Moab, Utah

Moab, Utah is one of the most unique locations in themaking for some very fun and intense mountain biking.
world. Thousands visit this hot desert every year onColorado River- The mighty and famous Colorado
sightseeing tours, annual events, vacations andRiver winds its way right through Moab on its way
sometime out of pure curiosity. The fact still remainsdown to Lake Powell and eventually into the Grand
that Moab is a destination that stands out above theCanyon. A small highway follows the Colorado River
rest. Here are the top places to go and the top 10for a beautiful, scenic ride. You will also see the many
activities to do while in Moab.riverside ranches and southwest lodging destinations
When you begin to map out the various activities andalong the way.
destination that the Moab area has to offer, you findHole in the Rock- Not too far out of downtown Moab,
that the list keeps going and going. Many people areyou can visit "Hole in the Rock". A house completely
already aware (or have heard) of some of the maincarved into a stone mountain, this tourist attraction in
attractions: annual Moab Jeep Safari/Convention,always a hit.
Arches National Park- including Fiery Furnace and theCanyonlands National Park- This is the second National
famous Delicate Arch, Canyonlands National Park andPark that borders Moab. This destination is a little
the Slickrock Bike Trails. Familiarity with Moab comesdifferent in nature, as it spans a large area that, for the
from both the Hollywood scene as well as themost part, has no direct roads into. There are plenty of
recreation/vacation industry. Moab's unique landscapetrails and other options to view the National Park (air,
and scenery has also been the desired location andriver), but worth the views.
focus for many Hollywood movies including:La Sal Mountains- Moab is also surrounded by a
Stagecoach (1939), Rio Grande (1950), Warlock (1958),beautiful mountain range called the La Sal Mountains.
The Comancheros (1961), Cheyenne Autumn (1963),Snow-capped mountains, forest trails and wildlife are all
The Greatest Story Ever Told (1963), and parts ofabundant.
more recent films: Indiana Jones and the Last CrusadeTop 10 Activities In Moab
(1988), Thelma and Louise (1990), City Slickers II (1994),Because of all of the designated outdoor recreational
and Mission: Impossible II (2000).areas, Moab arguably has the best variety of outdoor
Either way, Moab continues to grow in popularityactivities in the US. The most common activities are:
around the world. Here is a comprehensive visitors1. River Rafting
guide to visiting Moab, Utah.2. Mountain Biking
Where to go in Moab3. Hiking
Moab is one of the few places that offers multiple4. Rock Climbing
National Parks and State designated recreational5. Off-Road/4x4
areas within a short radius. Below is a short list of6. Canyoneering
some of the most popular places to visit while in Moab,7. Street Biking
Utah.8. ATV/Motorcycles
Arches National Park- One of the most recognized9. Scenic Flights
and well-known desert landscapes in the world. The10. Horseback Riding
classic red rock arches, fins and natural rockAll of these activities are offered by adventure
sculptures dot the entire National Park area.companies and outfitters located in the town of Moab.
Slickrock Bike Trail- Moab has long been referred toWithout previous experience in the area, is it always
as the "mountain bike mecca" of North America. Therecommended that visitors use the local guides and
Slickrock Bike trail is anything but "slick", as this trailservices for not only safety reasons, but also to
curves it's way through the sticky red rocks of Moabmaximize your experience in the area.