Moab
United States · UtahUS
City in Utah, United States
Moab is the largest city in and the county seat of Grand County in eastern Utah in the western United States, known for its dramatic scenery. The population was 5,366 at the 2020 census. Moab attracts many tourists annually, mostly visitors to the nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. The town is a popular base for mountain bikers who ride the extensive network of trails including the Slickrock Trail, and for off-roaders who come for the annual Moab Jeep Safari.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 5,366
- Coordinates
- 38.573, -109.550
- Timezone
- America/Denver
- Elevation
- 1227 m
Overview of Moab
Moab — a small settlement in Utah, United States — is worth a place on your map. It counts about 5,366 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Its strongest draws are adventure, nature and sports. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 1,227 metres.
Things to do in Moab
Adventure in Moab
(7)Adventure in Moab covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Climbing and Off Road Trails. In all, 7 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Moab.
Nature in Moab
(6)Moab records Desert, Geological Formations, Mountains, Parks and Scenic Roads under nature. All of it is drawn from Moab's recorded activities. That is 6 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Sports in Moab
(3)Moab's sports entries include Biking, Running and Trail Running. All of it is drawn from Moab's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Moab
(3)For water sports, expect Canoeing, Water Sports and Windsurfing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Moab.
Family in Moab
(1)Our data lists Playgrounds as family options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Moab.
More to do in Moab
(1)Moab records Fishing under other activities. All of it is drawn from Moab's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Moab
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
Getting there & around
Moab is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Utah and continue by car or bike. Time zone: America/Denver.
Similar destinations
Places near Moab that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Moab known for?
- Moab, in Utah, United States, is best known for adventure, nature and sports. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 5,366 residents.
- What can you do in Moab?
- Recorded activities in Moab include Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Climbing and Off Road Trails. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Moab?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds.
- Where is Moab located?
- Moab is located in Utah, United States. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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