Moab Adventures

Adventures in Moab, Utah

Welcome to Moab, the adventure capital of the Southwest. Here, sandstone trails twist through red canyons, the Colorado River carves unforgettable journeys, and hidden slot canyons challenge you to explore deeper. Whether you’re chasing heart-pounding thrills or easy-going family fun, Moab has an adventure waiting for you.

This page is your starting line. Scroll down and see what sparks your imagination—biking slickrock, rafting whitewater, hiking to arches, or rappelling into hidden canyons.

Each adventure card below unlocks a dedicated page with everything you need: detailed guides, tour options, and insider tips to plan your perfect day in Moab.

👉 Scroll, pick your adventure, and start planning your Moab story.

Choose Your Moab Adventure

  • Start early to beat both the heat and the crowds.

  • Mix it up: Pair a hike with a Jeep tour or a bike ride with a river float for variety.

  • Book ahead: Spring and fall sell out quickly for guides and outfitters.

  • Respect the desert: Pack water, sunscreen, and Leave No Trace principles.

Next Steps for Planning Your Moab Adventure

  1. Pick your activity – Start with the one that excites you most.

  2. Check the season – Some adventures shine in specific months.

  3. Dive into your category page – Find detailed guides, outfitters, and routes.

  4. Book your spot early – Outfitters fill up fast, especially in spring and fall.

Colorado River Rafting 

🛶 Rafting & River Trips

Adventure on the Colorado River. Float mellow stretches with your family, tackle whitewater rapids, or embark on multi-day canyon trips.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Summer

  • Great For: Families, groups, thrill-seekers

  • Highlights: Moab Daily, Westwater Canyon, Cataract Canyon

👉 Plan a Moab Rafting Trip

Guided Mountain Biking Tours

🚴 Mountain Biking

Ride the slickrock that started it all. From the famous Slickrock Trail to new flowy singletrack, Moab is a bucket-list ride destination.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Spring & Fall

  • Great For: Riders of all levels

  • Highlights: Slickrock, Mag 7, Klondike Bluffs

👉 Find Moab Mountain Bike Trails

Guided Canyoneering Tours

🧗 Canyoneering

Descend into sandstone secrets. Rappel through slot canyons, scramble across slickrock, and discover pools tucked away from the crowds.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Spring & Fall

  • Great For: Adventurers, photographers

  • Highlights: Ephedra’s Grotto, U-Turn Canyon, Bow & Arrow Canyon

👉 Explore Moab Canyoneering

Guided Hiking Tours

🥾 Hiking

Iconic arches, hidden canyons, and desert towers. Whether you have 30 minutes or all day, Moab’s trails deliver unforgettable views.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Spring & Fall

  • Great For: Families, photographers, explorers

  • Highlights: Delicate Arch, Corona Arch, Fisher Towers

👉 Find Your Perfect Moab Hike

Guided Winter Activities

🎿 Skiing & Winter Adventures

Moab in the snow. When the La Sals are blanketed in white, trade your bike or raft for skis and snowshoes with views of red rock below.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Winter

  • Great For: Skiers, snowshoers, winter explorers

  • Highlights: Geyser Pass, Mount Mellenthin, Oowah Lake snowshoe

👉 Explore Winter Adventures in Moab

Guided Off-Roading Tours

🚙 Off-Roading & Jeep Tours

Legendary 4×4 terrain. Moab’s Jeep trails are famous worldwide. Drive yourself or join a tour for a roller-coaster ride across slickrock.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Year-round

  • Great For: Groups, adventure seekers

  • Highlights: Hell’s Revenge, Fins & Things, Shafer Trail

👉 See Moab Off-Roading Options

Guided Scenic Tours

🌌 Scenic Tours & Family Fun

Gentle adventures for everyone. Not every adventure needs ropes or rapids. Moab offers stargazing, scenic flights, dinosaur parks, and more.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Year-round

  • Great For: Families, couples, casual travelers

  • Highlights: Moab Giants, Hot-Air Balloons, Scenic Byways

👉 Discover Family Adventures in Moab

Guided Climbing Tours

🏔 Rock Climbing

Desert towers and crack climbing meccas. From beginner-friendly routes to expert challenges, Moab climbing is iconic.

Quick Facts

  • Best Season: Spring & Fall

  • Great For: Climbers, adventurers

  • Highlights: Castleton Tower, Wall Street, Indian Creek

👉 Find Moab Climbing Routes

FAQ Moab Adventures

What’s the #1 adventure in Moab for first-timers?
Hiking to Delicate Arch or rafting the Colorado River are perfect introductions.

Can kids join in these adventures?
Absolutely—many hikes, rafting trips, and family tours are kid-friendly.

Do I need a guide?
For hiking and scenic drives, no. For rafting, canyoneering, and off-roading, a guide makes it safer and easier.

Is Moab good year-round?
Yes! Spring and fall are peak, but summer river trips and winter skiing keep Moab exciting every season.