Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Are you looking for a place with miles of off-road trails to explore? With views of the red-tinted cliffs and the natural rock formations, the abundance of off-road trails in Moab, UT, offers a scenic getaway from civilization.
Whether you want to drive your jeep or your ATV to go four-wheeling in Moab, the off-roading areas are commonly sought after by guests. Before you explore the remote regions of Utah, though, planning is important for your safety and enjoyment. Keep reading to learn more about off-roading in Moab.
Unpaved sandstone trails dot the desert landscapes of Moab. In a high-clearance vehicle, you can enjoy off-roading through scenic vistas. While there are several trails you can take on, you might want to head to one of the national or state parks for a memorable road trip.
Here are a few park options:
Moab, Utah OHV (off-highway vehicle) trails range in difficulty from flat, beginner-level roadways to challenging trails with sharp turns and steep drops, and Moab is a destination you can appreciate for its off-roading possibilities even if you are new to the activity.
Take a look at these popular off-roading and Jeep trails nearby that deliver a thrilling experience you will not soon forget.
Located in the Canyonlands National Park, the Colorado River Overlook offers the ideal terrain for cruising in ATVs or all-wheel-drive vehicles. The trail begins near the Canyonlands National Park Visitor Center in the Needles area of the park. Passing through a relatively flat unpaved roadway with some bumpy cliffs and a stream, the trail ends with a view of the mighty Colorado River.
If you are just starting out with your off-roading ventures, this trail is good for all skill levels. Tire treads are visible along most of the pathway, which stays flat over much of the drive. Want to start out cruising on an easier Moab ATV trail than average? There is a reason this one is so popular with visitors.
Distance: 14 miles
A popular trail with intermediate to advanced mountain bikers, these rocky hills also provide a great Moab 4-wheeling adventure. The winding ascents and sudden plunges of the Slickrock Trail will put your off-roading skills to the test. If you want to shorten the route, try navigating the practice loop before you continue on to the longer, more difficult loop.
This is a more difficult trail even in an enclosed vehicle, with plenty of sharp edges and loose rock. However, its views of the canyonscape make it worth tackling.
Distance: 12 miles
This rocky trail is close to the La Sal Mountains. If you are up for a challenge, the steep descent gives the Steel Bender Trail a lot of excitement. You can always turn around after exploring the initial section, which is sandy with few ridges and bumps. The rock ledges and weathered sandstone are fun to navigate and offer stunning views of the surrounding multi-colored cliff faces. Next comes the hard part — a steep, unmarked descent to the bottom of a cliff.
As its name suggests, this is one of the most difficult trails in Moab. Its full stretch of unpaved road also makes it longer than most, but many off-roaders take on smaller segments without finishing the entire trail. We recommend saving this one for after you have gotten a feel for some of Moab's other trails.
Distance: 30 miles
With views of the canyons and mountains, driving through Hell's Revenge is an adrenaline-pumping ride in a vivid setting. Notable stretches include Hell's Gate, which has you make a steep climb up an uneven cliff, and the Black Hole, a rounded cliff wall. There's also a flat mesa with dinosaur tracks. If you are feeling daring, you can try taking on the Hot Tubs — deep ruts in the sandstone in the shape of large outdoor tubs.
This trail's ruts and steep slopes complicate its path across the sandstone. It is a popular location for sight-seeing pedestrians and is frequently traveled by brave motorists, but you should navigate Hell's Revenge with caution. Remember that you can always stop and turn around.
Distance: 14 miles
For a drive that most vehicles can tolerate without a hitch, head to this state motor route just north of Moab. Also called Highway 279 and the Lower Colorado Scenic Byway, the Potash Road stretches from Moab to the Canyonlands National Park. From this highway, you can follow the Colorado River as you view vast cliff faces, real dinosaur tracks and even the site of a scene from Thelma and Louise.
The advantage of taking this road is that you can see the sights even with a vehicle that lacks all-terrain capabilities.
Distance: 17 miles
Utah is home to plenty of KOA locations with amenities like heated showers and Wi-Fi access to make your off-roading adventures comfortable. Consider camping close to the Canyonlands National Park at Moab KOA Holiday, and find other prime Moab off-roading locations within close proximity to your campsite.
We host group events to connect you with other visitors, and the Holiday's large swimming pool, general store and laundry services offer unbeatable campground conveniences for your entire group. Reserve your stay online or over the phone to camp with your off-roading vehicles and Moab's red cliffs in the background.
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