3-Day Moab Adventure: Arches, Canyonlands & Goblin Valley Small-Group Tour
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days
Fitness Level
Moderate — able to handle 1–3 hour hikes, stairs, uneven terrain, and several hours in a vehicle
Overview
Drive into a landscape where rock and river argue for attention. This three-day small-group tour from Salt Lake City to Moab covers Arches, Canyonlands’ Island in the Sky, Potash Road petroglyphs, and the hoodoos of Goblin Valley with hotel stays, transport, and park fees included.
3-Day Moab Adventure: Arches, Canyonlands & Goblin Valley Small-Group Tour
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The road into Moab unspools beneath a sky that seems to sharpen the color of rock. By the time the tour van eases onto the slick red shoulders of Potash Road, the Colorado River is a bright ribbon, daring you to follow it into the canyons. Over three days this small-group tour moves with a steady, purposeful pace—museum exhibits and high plateaus in the morning, a handful of short hikes at noon, and an optional adrenaline hit in the afternoon—giving you the region in manageable pieces rather than a blur.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Hydrate constantly
Moab’s high desert and plateaus dehydrate you quickly—carry a 2–3L hydration system and refill when the van stops.
Sun protection is non-negotiable
Wide-brim hat, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and UV sunglasses will protect you during exposed hikes to Delicate Arch and overlooks.
Footwear for slickrock
Choose shoes with grippy soles—sections of Arches and Canyonlands are smooth sandstone and can be slippery when hot or damp.
Pace for altitude and heat
Expect short but steep gains (Delicate Arch ~480 ft gain); rest in shade, time hikes for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak heat.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- desert bighorn sheep
- ravens and red-tailed hawks
History
This region records millions of years of geological change and thousands of years of human presence, from ancient Fremont pictographs to early ranching and uranium-era roads.
Conservation
Stick to established trails in sensitive cryptobiotic soil and avoid chalking or touching fragile rock art; the operator includes entrance fees that support park maintenance.
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Adventure Hotspots in Moab
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Good soles and ankle support help on slickrock and uneven trail sections.
2–3L hydration pack or refillable bottles
Sustained access to water is critical in the desert heat and at higher elevations.
Sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
Exposed trails with little shade make sun protection essential year-round.
Light layers and wind shell
Mornings and evenings can be cool, especially on Island in the Sky; a wind layer adds comfort.
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