Drive a 61-mile loop from Moab with an offline audio guide that narrates the La Sal Mountains’ geology, Wild West film sites, dinosaur tracks, and scenic overlooks. Download the tour app before you go and plan a few short stops to stretch and photograph iconic formations.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You turn off Highway 191 and the road climbs, the desert shrinking behind you while the La Sal range slowly asserts itself—gray-blue summits rising above red walls, their shadows stretching along the canyon. The car hums, the audio guide begins, and the landscape starts talking back: mesas, volcanic knobs, and the wide bend of the Colorado River all fall into a clearer story.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required for the drive; some short walks and optional hikes are moderate and require basic stamina.
Wildlife
History
The La Sal region records Native American travel routes and later ranching and film history; many formations doubled as movie backdrops in the 20th century.
Conservation
Stick to established pullouts and trails, pack out trash, and avoid driving on soft desert surfaces to protect cryptobiotic soils and fragile desert vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the La Sal Mountain Loop Scenic Drive Self-Guided Audio Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download before arrival
Install the Action Tour Guide app and download the La Sal tour using the emailed password while on Wi‑Fi; the audio works offline after that.
Watch for detours
Optional detours (Warner Lake, Oowah Lake, Ken’s Lake) add time but offer hikes, fishing, and swimming—factor them into the 2–3 hour estimate.
Respect speed limits and wildlife
The route includes narrow shoulders and scenic pullouts—obey speed limits and watch for deer or cattle near the road.
Power and connectivity
Bring a car charger or power bank to keep your phone and downloaded tour running through long stops and photo sessions.
Smartphone with the Action Tour Guide app
The tour delivers the audio, maps, and triggers points of interest—download it before arrival.
Car charger / power bank
Keeps your phone and audio running through the full loop and any extended stops.
Water bottle (1+ liter per person)
Utah sun and dry air dehydrate quickly between stops—stay topped up.
summer
Sturdy walking shoes
Useful for short off‑road walks to overlooks, lake edges, and trailheads.