You'll follow switchbacks through canyons until you reach a thousand-foot cliff — the very same one Thelma and Louise drove off at the end of their trip.
The two main attractions on this hike are a couple of rock formations. First, there's Landscape Arch, a 90-foot arch that spans across the horizon like a contrail
There are more than just shops along this tourist stretch of town. There are also a number of restaurants, breweries, and rental spots for your afternoon activities.
Enjoy a meal at a barbecue right in the heart of town. Open seven days a week, this restaurant is about getting a taste of the Old West. At $20 a plate, it's a good deal for families after a long day's journey.
Moab is a world-class destination for mountain biking. If you're a more experienced rider, there's no better place to ride than Slick Rock trail, which is basically a skate park made of rock.
You may need to camp overnight for this one unless you don't mind hanging around after dark. It's absolutely worth it either way.
This canyon perches 1,000 feet over the desert with gorgeous views of Monitor, Merrimac, and Route 128. All Moab views are impressive, but this one is beyond special.
Dumb as a bag of rocks? Hardly. This rock shop is overflowing with intelligence, information, and more colors than all the rainbows in Oz.