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Best Picnic Spots in the La Sal Mountains

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Looking for an afternoon escape from the desert sun? The La Sal Mountains have much to offer by means of campgrounds and picnic areas. Take a scenic drive up the La Sal Mountain Loop road and stop by the Oowah Lake Campground - where lakeside camp spots, pit toilets, hiking trails, and picnic tables are available to all. The lake, surrounded by dense forest, is the perfect place to sit back and relax. Or head over to the Warner Lake Campground,where serene meadows, aspen groves, and lakeside picnic areas await your arrival.

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Picnic Spots in Moab: An Afternoon Escape from the Desert Sun

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Oowah Lake

At 8,800 feet elevation, Oowah Lake makes itself at home amongst meadow and forest. It is a small but picturesque lake offering lush picnic areas and hikes.


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Warner Lake

A short jaunt through a grove of aspen trees, brings you to a lovely meadow where little Warner Lake resides. A perfect place for picnicking, and taking in the grandeur of the surrounding La Sal Mountain Peaks.

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Pack Creek

Day use area Only. Approximately 25 minutes from Moab boasts three picnic sites with tables and fire rings and one large group area (accommodates up to 30 guests.) This is a beautiful, woodsy lower elevation site before making the ascent up the La Sal Mnt. Loop Rd.

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Make the Most of Moab

You don’t come all this way just to check landmarks off a list. You’re here to feel the wonder of Arches, the thrill of hidden canyons, and the awe of sunsets over red rock. Our guides make that possible. They handle the details, steer you away from the crowds, and bring the desert to life with stories you’d never find in a guidebook. What could have been a quick stop becomes the highlight of your trip.

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Arches National Park Guided Morning Tour

VIP access to Arches National Park: Expert guides, iconic sights, & mantle-worthy family photos without the hassle of parking or missing key sights.

  • Duration: ~4 hrs
  • Departures: Morning
  • Season: Year Round

ADULTS 13+

$114

YOUTH 5-12

$93
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Full-Day Moab Rafting Adventure with BBQ Lunch

Colorado River adventure for all ages: Stunning canyons, famous Castle Valley, easygoing rapids, delicious riverside BBQ, and stories you’ll tell long after you dry off.

  • Duration: ~7 hours
  • Departures: 9:00 am Mon-Sat
  • Season: Mar – Oct

ADULTS 13+

$143

YOUTH 5-12

$117
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Hell's Revenge Sunset Hummer Tour

Moab’s wildest sunset: Steep climbs, unreal views, and golden-hour thrills on our most popular off-road adventure at the perfect time of day.

  • Duration: ~3 hours
  • Departures: Evening
  • Season: Feb – Nov

ADULTS 13+

 $132

YOUTH 5-12

 $108
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