Getting to Moab

Nearest Airports

Moab is served by Canyonlands Field Airport (CNY), a small regional airport about 18 miles north of town with daily flights to/from Salt Lake City on SkyWest/Delta. It's the most convenient option if you're flying in — the drive from the terminal to downtown Moab is roughly 25 minutes.

For more flight options, most guests fly into one of the two larger airports and rent a car:

• Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) — Grand Junction, CO. Roughly 1.5 hours east of Moab via US-191 N and I-70 W. Good flight connections from Denver, Dallas, Phoenix, and Los Angeles.
• Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) — Salt Lake City, UT. Roughly 3.5 to 4 hours northwest of Moab via I-15 S and US-6/US-191. SLC has the broadest national and international connections.

We recommend building in time for the scenic drive — US-191 south from Price through the canyon corridor is spectacular, and you'll want to stop.

Driving to Moab

Moab is located at the junction of US-191 and UT-128, in Grand County, Utah. The address for most GPS navigation: Moab, UT 84532.

From Salt Lake City (~3.5–4 hrs)

Take I-15 S to Spanish Fork, then US-6 E through Price, and US-191 S into Moab. The route passes through Price Canyon and the San Rafael Swell — gas up in Price or Green River before the final stretch.

From Denver (~6 hrs)

Take I-70 W through Grand Junction, then US-191 S into Moab. This is a beautiful high-desert drive through the Colorado River canyon. Grand Junction is a good midpoint for fuel and food.

From Las Vegas (~5 hrs)

Take I-15 N to UT-9 E (Zion area) or continue to I-70 E, then US-191 S. Alternatively: I-15 N → US-89 N → US-191 N via the Arizona Strip and Kanab. The Kanab route adds scenery; both take roughly the same time.

From Phoenix (~6 hrs)

Take I-17 N to Flagstaff, then US-89 N through Page, AZ, and US-191 N into Moab. You'll pass the Glen Canyon Dam and Canyonlands panoramas on the way up.

Where to Stay in Moab

Moab has a full range of options from budget motels to boutique hotels. Most lodging is on or near Main Street (US-191), which makes it easy to walk to restaurants and gear shops. Book early — Moab fills up fast from March through October, especially on weekends.

Hotels & Motels

Dozens of properties line Main Street and the surrounding side streets. Many are within walking distance of the Rim Tours shop. A car is helpful but not required if you're staying in town.

Camping

Moab is one of the best basecamp towns in the American West for camping. Options range from developed BLM campgrounds along the Colorado River corridor (UT-128, aka the River Road) to dispersed camping in the canyon country outside town. The Kane Creek Blvd and Sand Flats Road areas offer popular dispersed sites close to town.

For multi-day trips like the White Rim or Kokopelli Trail, Rim Tours arranges backcountry camping as part of the itinerary — no need to sort permits yourself.

Vacation Rentals

A growing number of vacation rentals (Airbnb, VRBO) are available in and around Moab, including private homes with space for larger groups and bike storage. Great for groups of 4–10 who want to cook and spread out.

Arriving Ready to Ride

• Bike transport: Most guests fly with a bike in a hard-shell case or rent bikes from Rim Tours. We can arrange rental mountain bikes to match your size and riding level — just let us know in advance.
• Gear rentals: Rim Tours offers helmet, hydration pack, and camping gear rentals. See your trip confirmation for what's included and what to bring.
• Weather: Moab riding season runs roughly March–May and September–November. Summer temperatures routinely exceed 100°F — early-morning starts are standard on summer tours. Shoulder seasons can see cold nights even when days are warm; layers are essential.
• Elevation: Moab sits at roughly 4,000 feet. Trailheads in the La Sal Mountains and on the White Rim range from 3,800 to 10,000+ feet. Guests coming from sea level may notice the altitude — plan for easier effort on day one.