Best bird watching trails in Moab

There is a two mile, gravel road that cuts down the side of the canyon to access the trailhead. It is doable by most regular vehicles. This trail travels through a fairly narrow canyon to the Curious Arch viewpoint. The path itself is extremely sandy. During rainy months there are many creek crossing to navigate with the possibility of the trail being impassable due to too much rain.

Easy, but adventurous, drive to high scenic pass. A short drive takes you through easy parts of Kane Creek Canyon to pleasant views from 4,780-ft. Hurrah Pass. Indian petroglyphs at the Birthing Rock. BLM and private camping along paved Kane Creek Road. Designated camp spots in Kane Creek Canyon. Stay on existing roads at all times. Arrive early on summer weekends to get best camp spots. You can continue down other side of pass to Chicken Corners (available as eGuide from FunTreks on...

90 million years ago the area around what is now Moab was covered in huge sand dunes. Between dune fields were scattered flat areas of wet sand, shallow ponds, and small streams. Dinosaurs crossed these flats and left their footprints, which were sometimes then covered by the shifting dunes and preserved intact. Millions of years later, after the sands had turned to stone, blocks containing the tracks have fallen out of the cliffs above and split along the bedding planes, exposing the tracks...

The Intrepid Trail System is a series of three loops in Dead Horse Point State Park. The Big Chief Loop is the longest and most technical of them. It offers amazing views and is some of the easiest mountain biking in the Moab area, though it is just technical enough to keep advanced riders interested.

The signs at the beginning of the trail from 128 suggest high clearance for creek crossings and some 4wd use may be needed. You will cross the creek about 17 times but the creek was rarely more than a foot deep. The views and rock formations are stunning in this area but the real highlight is driving through Fisher Valley. Hundreds, maybe thousands of acres, of flat, green pastures and sage brush hidden at the bottoms of thousand foot tall red cliffs. While dogs are technically allowed on...

The Moonflower Canyon Trail leads through a canyon rich in natural beauty and history. One of the highlights is an impressive rock art panel, offering a glimpse into the area's ancient past. As you continue through the canyon, the trail features a mandatory rappel. From this vantage point, you'll enjoy stunning panoramic views of Moab and the La Sal Mountains.

This route takes you along the Dinosaur Trail on a self-guided tour. The path has informative signs describing the surrounding dinosaur fossils. It's a unique area with fascinating dinosaur fossils, beautiful rock formations, and pleasant surroundings. The trail is exposed and lacks shade, so make sure you bring sun protection.

The Dead Horse Point Tour meanders through desert landscapes, showcasing the Colorado River's breathtaking vistas winding far below sheer cliffs. The trail leads through rugged terrain with stretches of bumpy rocks. Along the way, you may encounter horses grazing. The trail is well-marked, guiding you to panoramic viewpoints and cliffside overlooks.

The trail offers beautiful views throughout the hike, with panoramic views of Moab and the Colorado River from Portal Overlook. This trail may not be suitable for those with a fear of heights as it is right along the narrow edge. So, it is advisable to wear shoes with good grip. Portal Trailhead has a small parking lot with a vault toilet.

Short SUV drive through gorgeous canyon Outstanding views from top to bottom. A great shortcut when returning to Moab from Dead Horse Point State Park or Canyonlands National Park. Open all year weather permitting. Best time to go: Spring and Fall. Located on BLM land. For current status call Bureau of Land Management, Moab Field Office at (435) 259-2100. Rating: Easy. A wide gravel road except through Pucker Pass where it is narrow and steep. Except when damaged by heavy rain, this road...