Moab’s population, as of 2021, is 5,317 people. It is one of the most frequently used cities for access into two national parks (Canyonlands and Arches), Dead Horse State Park, and numerous recreational opportunities through the bright red rock landscape.
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- Lodging- The Virginian
- Evening Attractions:
- Canyonlands by Night and Day Sound and Light Show:
- Sunset at DeadHorse State Park: https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/
- Dead Horse Point State Park Map
When planning a trip to Moab- consult the Moab Visitor Page: https://www.discovermoab.com/ for activities, lodging and city overview. One of the first stops should be to the Moab Visitor Center- which is located on the corner of Main and Center Streets. Here you can watch a 4K ultra HD film- Welcome to Moab, enjoy free wi-fi, obtain hotel, restaurant and attraction information, interpretative displays, and more! The link for the Visitor Center is https://www.discovermoab.com/visitor-center/
8:00 am – 5:00 pm through November 12, 2022
9:00 am – 4:00 pm starting November 13, 2022
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Moab is relatively simple to navigate. Tourists primarily use Main Street and the branching side streets- so everything is compact. This is the region where you will find most hotels, restaurants, attraction tickets, supermarkets, and gas stations. The town is pleasant to stroll in the evening after a day of sightseeing. Despite Moab’s isolated location- do not expect prices to be cheaper- this is a tourist driven town with restaurant and lodging prices equivalent to any major city. Please remember that many restaurants are closed in Utah on Sundays- so plan accordingly.
Lodging- The Virginian
The Virginian Inn is an excellent choice for lodging. It is located directly off of Main Street with easy walking access to restaurants and souvenirs and a quick drive to the main supermarket and gas stations. It is located on the section of Main Street that is closest to Arches National Park.
The Virginian has ample parking. The rooms are spacious, well kept with decent size bathrooms at a reasonable price.
70 East 200 South, Moab, Utah 84532, US
Phone: +1 (435) 259-5951
Email: MoabVirginian@gmail.com
Check-In: 3.00 PM
Check-Out: 11.00 AM
Website: https://www.virginianmotelmoab.com/index.html
Evening Attractions:
Canyonlands by Night and Day Sound and Light Show:
Current pricing (2/7/2023):
Pricing
Adult (Dinner & Boat Tour): $89*
Youth 4 – 12 (Dinner & Boat Tour): $79*
Adult (Boat Only): $79
Youth 4 – 12 (Boat Only): $69
Family Pack (2 adults + 2 youth): $279
*Please note: The meal is valued at $24.99. To make the dinner & boat combo a great deal for guests we take a portion off the boat and the meal to make the price for guests only $10, but in fact, they are getting a great meal because of the deal. If we have to cancel the boat portion due to bad weather, you will be charged for the meal at the regular price.
Website https://canyonlandbynight.com/Sound and Light Show Webste Page: https://canyonlandsbynight.com/sound-and-light-show-jet-boat-tours/ offers a unique experience- A Sound and Light Show! Located two miles north of Moab- this is an opportunity to have an evening on a calm section of the Colorado River. The evening is offered in two forms- 1) Cowboy style- dutch oven- dinner followed by boat ride or 2) boat ride only. The dinner includes a variety of BBQ meats such as pork, chicken, and beef along with roast beef and roast pork. Sides include cowpoke potatoes, vegetables, baked beans, corn bread and assorted rolls, pasta salad, coleslaw and a full salad bar. Don’t forget dessert and bottomless soft drinks are included as well. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Vegetarian Friendly- all items except meats. Dinner lasts for approximately one hour after which boarding for the boat ride will begin.Please be advised that children under the age of 4 can not be accommodated. Those wishing to purchase front row seats (the first 8) can do so for an additional charge of $10.00. The boat tour lasts approximately two hours- the heat of the day can lead to an evening chill so bring a sweater or jacket. The tour is based on the original program and does not feature color lights or lasers. The show uses 40,000 watts of white light to illuminate the canyon walls while telling the story of their formation, and the area’s early history- Catholic conquistadors, Native Americans and Mormon Pioneers
Sunset at DeadHorse State Park: https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/
DeadHorse State Park is one of the world’s most photographed scenic vistas. It is located approximately 32 (51.5 km) miles from Moab, Utah. Also home to 8 miles of hiking trails and 17 miles of bike trails, stargazing and camping, including yurts!
Driving Directions: Drive 9 miles (14.5 km) northwest of Moab on US 191 and then 23 miles (37 km) southwest on Utah 313. Driving time to the visitor center from Moab is roughly 45 minutes. Remember cell phone coverage is sporadic-nonexistent to make sure you have paper directions.
Park Hours 6:00 am – 10:00 pm. Many visitor arrive specifically for sunset- so allow ample time to pay fee, acquire parking and reach the overlook. A flashlight to assist on the walk back to your car is helpful.
International Dark Sky Association (IDSA)- this park is certified by IDSA
Visitor Center:
- Open daily, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
- Phone: 435-259-2614
- No WiFi Available, Spotty Cell Service at Visitor Center, In Emergency Call 911
Fees: Daypass can be pre-purchased at this link: https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/park-fees/
- Regular: $20.00 (up to eight people)
- Utah Senior (Utah residents 65 or older): $15.00
- Motorcycles: $10.00 per motorcycle
Camping: Reservations are available: https://utahstateparks.reserveamerica.com/camping/dead-horse-point-state-park/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=UT&parkId=344161
This link will take you to each of the campground descriptions https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse/facilities/
Dead Horse Point State Park Map
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