Red Rock Country Adventure
Get Active in Arches & Canyonlands
Based on your answers, your perfect trip is a Red Rock Country Adventure.
You’re not afraid to get a little sweaty and adrenaline inducing activities are your jam. Head to Arches and Canyonlands national parks near Moab, Utah to bike the famous White Rim Trail, raft Cataract Canyon and wander off-trail for an unforgettable experience.
In this trip plan, we’ve included detailed itineraries, hiking guides and logistics like maps and FAQs to help you get started. Make a reservation at a Moab area hotel now so you have a real bed and a shower at the end of your adventures to seal the deal on your perfect trip.
Things to Do

From April 1 to October 31, you’ll need a timed-entry pass to visit Arches during peak hours. Canyonlands doesn’t require entrance reservations.

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Arches Timed-Entry Pass

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3 Heart-Pounding Adventures

Push your limits in Arches and Canyonlands on these challenging itineraries.

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6 Best Hikes in Canyonlands

From the park’s most photographed arch to an intense journey in the Maze, these hiking trails show the best of Canyonlands National Park.

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Raft Utah’s Biggest Rapids in Cataract Canyon

Embrace adventure on some of the West's most iconic whitewater.

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Go Off Trail at Arches' Fiery Furnace

Snag a permit or join a ranger-led tour for an epic adventure.

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Find Your Perfect Guided Tour

Leave the logistics to a pro and join a guided adventure for an unforgettable trip.

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Where to Stay
You won’t find any hotels inside Arches or Canyonlands. If you’re looking for a real bed, here are the best places to stay outside the parks.

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Best Hotels Outside the Parks

After all that adventuring you're going to sleep so well.

How to Get There
By Air

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Airports Near Utah National Parks

Here's where to fly into to access Arches and Canyonlands.

By Road

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5 Best Utah Road Trips

These are our all-time favorite routes starting in major cities like Las Vegas and Denver.

Partner Spotlight:
Stay at ULUM Moab
Stay in a safari-inspired tent against a beautiful red rock backdrop close to Arches and Canyonlands.
  • Canvas suite tents with upscale touches offer an elevated way to relax.
  • Watch the sunset from a private deck with views all the way to Canyonlands.
  • Take advantage of hot and cool dipping pools on site.

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Things to Know

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What’s the Best Season to Visit Canyonlands National Park?

Here’s your guide to exploring the high desert landscape of Canyonlands National Park in all four seasons: spring, summer, fall and winter.

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Arches National Park Map PDF

Download the official park map.

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Canyonlands National Park Map PDF

Download the official park map.

Partner Spotlight: Holiday River Expeditions
Experience an unforgettable adventure on an epic whitewater rafting trip with Holiday River Expeditions.
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  • Choose from seven multi-day whitewater rafting trips on the Green, Colorado, Yampa & San Juan rivers.
  • Enjoy specialty trips with themes like stargazing, naturalists, live music on the river and more.
  • Outfitted adventures with professional guides, delicious food and impeccable gear.

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