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City guide

Moab, Utah

Moab is the largest city in and the county seat of Grand County in eastern Utah in the western United States, known for its dramatic scenery. The population was 5,366 at the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 5,366

Why go

  • City in the United States.
  • Known for Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park.
  • 2 curated must-see attractions on record, including Arches National Park.
  • Served by Green River Municipal Airport (RVR).

History

Moab is the largest city in and the county seat of Grand County in eastern Utah in the western United States, known for its dramatic scenery. The population was 5,366 at the 2020 census. Moab attracts many tourists annually, mostly visitors to the nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. The town is a popular base for mountain bikers who ride the extensive network of trails including the Slickrock Trail, and for off-roaders who come for the annual Moab Jeep Safari.

Must-see attractions

Airports

Canyonlands Field Airport (CNY) 17 mi to the centre
110 W Aviation Way, Moab, UT 84532 β€” Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron β€” plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (Delta Air Lines) Β· direct flights to 1 destination incl. Salt Lake City (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths β€” 1 airline, 1 direct destination

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data β€” they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Monticello Airport (MXC) 45 mi to the centre
Monticello, UT, US β€” Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board β€” bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Green River Municipal Airport (RVR) 46 mi to the centre
Green River, UT, US β€” Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board β€” bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Sky Ranch Airport 7.3 mi to the centre
Moab, UT, US
Outdoor
Red Annie Ranch Airport 7.9 mi to the centre
Moab, UT, US
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather β€” check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Green River Municipal Airport (RVR); 38 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: CNY has direct flights to 1 destination on 1 airline (incl. Salt Lake City).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Moab, Utah. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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Tours & experiences