Moab, Utah
Oct 5, 2018 10:25:24 #
Kiron Kid wrote:
The Goddess will be photographing in that area soon. She has never been there. Any suggestions?
Thanks
Thanks
Be prepared to get up early and stay late,
Sunrises and sunsets offer some apectacular lighting opportunities. And, if you can be there when it's partially cloudy, you can take the same shot and get different pictures each time.
Have fun!!
If you have time drive south to Monument Valley.
Oct 5, 2018 10:30:30 #
Another tip: Bring food!
Pack lunches and water and snacks.
And never hurts to bring toilet paper. :)
Pack lunches and water and snacks.
And never hurts to bring toilet paper. :)
Oct 5, 2018 11:15:50 #
daf40
Loc: Mesa, AZ
For a 2-3 day trip, make a driving trip through Arches to all the overlooks, along with some short walks. If you add a day or two, drive to Canyonlands and Dead Horse Ranch and stop at all the overlooks. If you have a 4-wheel drive, you can go down into Canyonlands for one or more additional all-day driving trips. If you are fit, take some of the hiking trails at Arches. The photo ops in Arches are extraordinary, especially if you get out of the parking lots/overlooks and hike some of the more popular trails. Unless you are taking an extended driving trip, you probably won't have time to go to some of the more distant destinations. Moab should keep you busy for 7-10 days. This is a wonderful trip. Looking forward to seeing some of your photos.
Oct 5, 2018 11:17:58 #
Jeff in Henderson NV
Loc: Henderson, Nevada
You can see a lot of petroglyphs alongside the Potash Road, about 5 miles north and west outside of Moab. The petroglyphs are about 7-10 feet above the ground. There are pull overs alongside the road. Have a great trip! Link:http://www.americansouthwest.net/utah/potash-road/index.html
Oct 5, 2018 11:41:09 #
The entire area is magical. My only suggestion would be to have your camera ready, batteries charged. Follow your own creative spirit.
Oct 5, 2018 13:11:17 #
Thompson Springs/City (listed both ways) just north on I 70 is a 1955 ghost town with lots of abandoned buildings. Sego Canyon near there has petroglyphs and another ghost mining town
We stayed in the Bonanza House through Homeaway, convenient to Arches and Canyonlands.
Don't forget Hwy 128 by the Colorado River.
We stayed in the Bonanza House through Homeaway, convenient to Arches and Canyonlands.
Don't forget Hwy 128 by the Colorado River.
Oct 5, 2018 18:14:16 #
Tommy 86
Loc: East TN
Agree with all the above, particularly Arces, Canyonlands, Goblin Valley. Monument Valley is not too far from Moab and is spectacular. Stay in a cabin at The View hotel. If you can do Utah route 95 (I believe) from Capitol Reef to Bruce, it is also pretty amazing. Bryce was my favorite, Arches was my wife's. Goblin Valley was s close second for her.
Oct 5, 2018 18:53:22 #
There are interesting petroglyphs north of town along the Colorado River. Cross the rivet and take a left.
The petroglyphs are right next to the highway. Look for the signs and the pulloffs. Also along the Colorado but In the opposite direction and on opposite side of the river are the interesting rock formations of Fischer Towers
The petroglyphs are right next to the highway. Look for the signs and the pulloffs. Also along the Colorado but In the opposite direction and on opposite side of the river are the interesting rock formations of Fischer Towers
Oct 5, 2018 18:54:01 #
Got home today from a two week trip through Monument Valley, Capitol Reef, Arches NP, Bryce Canyon NP, Zion NP and the Grand Canyon. Filled two 64GB cards and half of a 32GB. Some of the best views require a bit of hiking, especially at Arches. We hiked over 75 miles.
Oct 5, 2018 19:07:21 #
Tommy 86
Loc: East TN
My mistake - Utah highway 95 went from intersection with Utah 261 (gotta see and travel the Moki Dugway), toHanksville. Goblin Valley S.P. is just outside Hanksville.
Oct 5, 2018 19:57:01 #
Spent two weeks in Moab last year (not enough time!). Write to Utah parks & Recreation and they will send you a raft of info on their national/state parks. When I requested it it was free of charge. Go EARLY to avoid the crowds. It has become a popular destination. Deadhorse point will provide you with incredible views of the area and the Colorado River. The best views of Mesa Arch are seen very early in the morning. Have a great time.
Oct 5, 2018 21:38:13 #
Agree. Been to all three places. You will see some of the most dramatic natural scenes. You can also rent off-road vehicles to go on trails.
Google this search term for a boatload of info about Canyonlands NP: "canyonlands national park"
See below for three pictures. I have hundreds more from three visits to Moab, Utah.
Enjoy your time there.
Note that rooms go fast in the summertime. Book early. I stayed in Green River as an alternative.
Google this search term for a boatload of info about Canyonlands NP: "canyonlands national park"
See below for three pictures. I have hundreds more from three visits to Moab, Utah.
Enjoy your time there.
Note that rooms go fast in the summertime. Book early. I stayed in Green River as an alternative.
Bultaco wrote:
Arches NP, Canyon Land NP and Dead Horse State park. I've been there a total of 6 weeks and still much more to see.
Have fun.
Larry
Have fun.
Larry
View from Dead Horse SP
Erosion, from Green River Overlook
Sandstone Formation, Arches NP
Oct 5, 2018 23:25:58 #
I will be going to Arches, Canyonlands and Moab Third week of October! What will the weather be like?
Oct 6, 2018 03:43:13 #
You might want to try Needles overlook and anticline overlook. About 32 miles south of Moab on route 191 south of La Sal Jct. First road to the west. The first part of road is ' crush and run ' ( paved stone ) the other 30 miles is loose gravel, very dusty, but drivable. At needles there will be a few photographers and at anticline you will probably be by yourself, but the views are breathtaking.
Oct 6, 2018 05:56:20 #
The Needles District of Canyonlands NP offers its own striking natural beauty, and even on the way to it.
You will see few other visitors there. Give yourself plenty of time to spend amid this most attractive place on Earth.
You will see few other visitors there. Give yourself plenty of time to spend amid this most attractive place on Earth.
truckincat wrote:
You might want to try Needles overlook and anticline overlook. About 32 miles south of Moab on route 191 south of La Sal Jct. First road to the west. The first part of road is ' crush and run ' ( paved stone ) the other 30 miles is loose gravel, very dusty, but drivable. At needles there will be a few photographers and at anticline you will probably be by yourself, but the views are breathtaking.
Land Formation, Near Needles District, CNP
Land Formation, Near Needles District, CNP
"Needles," Needles District, CNP
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