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    Top Spots in and near San Juan County

    • Monticello, Utah

      Explore Looking Glass Arch

      4.0
      Getting there:From Moab, follow Highway 191 south for about 23 miles until you get to Looking Glass Road/Co. Rd. 131. Take a right and follow the road for about 2 miles and then turn left into the parking lot.It is only about 0.10 miles from the parking lot to the arch itself, but there is a ~150...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Climb Wilson Arch

      Wilson Arch is a common stop for people visiting the local national parks and Moab, but with some general climbing knowledge and gear you can make this into a longer outing.  If coming from Moab, the arch is obvious on your left about 25 miles south.  There is ample parking on both sides of the r...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Hiking to Wilson Arch

      4.3
      To get to Wilson Arch, drive south of Moab on US-191 S for about 25 miles. The arch is right off US-191S and there is parking on either side of the highway. Keep an eye out after you pass the LaSal Junction - the arch is visible from the road.From the parking lot there is a a very short (~0.5 mil...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Climb Mount Tukuhnikivatz

      6 mi / 2200 ft gain
      From the parking area at La Sal Pass, follow a well defined but unmapped trail though meadow, brief forest, and then switchbacks up the prominent ridge just east of the summit ridge of Mt Tuk. Once on the ridge bear west (climbers left) along the ridge as it narrows. Depending on conditions the r...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Climb Mount Peale

      5.0
      5 mi / 2721 ft gain
      From the parking area at La Sal Creek, just east of Medicine Lake examine the mountain and identify the prominent gully which feeds into La Sal Creek. Follow the old road bed north until its end and then travel cross country. Ascend the gully the the summit ridge between the northwest peak and th...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Camp at Kens Lake Campground

      4.0
      Ken's Lake is an excellent location for peace and quiet. It is operated by the Bureau of Land Management and you can register on site or the reservation system at Recreation.gov. There are three group sites and 30 tent sites so relatively small. Faux Waterfall is within walking distance and a nic...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Explore Faux Falls

      1 mi / 200 ft gain
      Faux Falls is located near the Ken's Lake campground off Route 191, 20 minutes south of Moab. When I was there it was during several days of thunderstorms. The waterfall was really gushing. Not sure how much water is running when there hasn't been rain in a while. The falls can be seen from the ...
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    • Monticello, Utah

      Rock Climbing in Indian Creek

      5.0
      Just outside the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park and 40 miles south of Moab lies one of the greatest crack climbing destinations in the world. Indian Creek is home to world famous routes such as "Supercrack of the Desert" 5.10 "Way Rambo" 5.12- and "Incredible Hand Crack" 5.10c.This...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Camp at Hamburger Rock

      Hamburger Rock is a small BLM campground with 10 sites based around an interesting rock outcropping. Each site can accommodate around 6 campers, 2 tents, and 2 cars. The bathrooms here are very basic, open-top pits, and no other services are offered. Camping fees are only $6/night.
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    • Monticello, Utah

      Explore Needles Overlook

      About 1.5 hours from Moab on BLM land, Needles Overlook sits on a peninsula of rock 1600 ft. above southern Canyonlands NP. The views from here are just as commanding as Island in the Sky in Canyonlands, but with a lot fewer people due to its isolated location; there's a good chance you'll have ...
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    • Monticello, Utah

      Camp at the Ledges Camping Area off of Kane Creek Road

      5.0
      The turn off for Kane Creek Rd. is directly before the McDonald's on the right side of the road. A right turn takes you through small residential area and then places you on a dirt road continuing into the canyon. The road narrows a bit, switch backs, and becomes slightly rougher. Follow Kane Cr...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Ride the Whole Enchilada Mountain Bike Trail

      5.0
      26.8 mi / 2300 ft gain
      The Whole Enchilada trail covers a massive expanse of terrain and varying climates. The trail passes through a variety of terrains in very remote locations. Be sure to pack as much food and water as possible and be prepared to service your own mechanical issues on the trail. This is a very popula...
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    • Monticello, Utah

      Climbing in Indian Creek

      Come November most climbers are missing rock season. It's too cold. There's snow on the ground. There are lots of reasons why you can't climb in my native state, Montana, come November. So when some friends want to head to Moab to go climb in the colder months, I'm in.Indian Creek is a extremely ...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Camp in Hunters Canyon

      5.0
      2 mi
      Moab has become an increasingly popular adventure destination over the last few years. Its proximity to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks make it a popular spot for beginning day hikers as well as seasoned canyoneers, bikers, and climbers. It comes as no surprise that it can be a hassle to fi...
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    • Moab, Utah

      Hike Hunters Canyon

      5.0
      3 mi / 164 ft gain
      The hike into Hunters Canyon is extremely easy going. You can do the hike year round, but the further into summer you are, the hotter the canyon will be.  This is a great beginner hike as it has very little elevation gain. It's also perfect for dogs, thanks to the stream that allows for frequent ...
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    • Moab, Utah

      View the Petroglyphs at Birthing Rock

      5.0
      0.1 mi / 0 ft gain
      This roadside boulder is just a short ride down a dirt road from Moab.  From the McDonalds in Moab, head west down Kane Creek Drive.  You will pass a few BLM and private campgrounds as well as various trailheads.  The road will eventually become graded dirt.  Follow the road until you see an obvi...
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    Camping and Lodging in San Juan County

    Windwhistle Group Site
    Monticello, Utah

    Windwhistle Group Site

    Indian Creek Falls Group Site
    Monticello, Utah

    Indian Creek Falls Group Site

    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground
    Moab, Utah

    Canyonlands National Park Needles District Campground

    Creek Pasture Group Site
    Moab, Utah

    Creek Pasture Group Site

    Kens Lake Group Sites
    Moab, Utah

    Kens Lake Group Sites

    Moab KOA Holiday
    Moab, Utah

    Moab KOA Holiday

    Guides, Insights and Stories from San Juan County

    The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Moab in the Winter

    The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Moab in the Winter

    Lysianne Peacock

    My Go-To List for Car Camping in Moab

    My Go-To List for Car Camping in Moab

    Chris Engelsman

    Moab Fall Pilgrimage

    Moab Fall Pilgrimage

    Chris Engelsman

    The Ultimate Glamping Basecamp in Moab, Utah

    The Ultimate Glamping Basecamp in Moab, Utah

    Liam McNally

    How to Buy a Mountain Bike

    How to Buy a Mountain Bike

    Josiah Roe

    3 Days of Climbing and Camping in Moab, Utah

    3 Days of Climbing and Camping in Moab, Utah

    Liam McNally