Moab, UT area trip
Apr 13, 2019 16:28:04 #
Across the river from Moab on the rock wall is a 3/8 mile long but sporadic collection of old native american petroglyph's. Easy to photograph but difficult to photograph well. Just north of " downtown" take a side road to the west that crosses the river (easy to spot the steel truss bridge) Once across the bridge turn left and travel south along the river. The rock wall on your right has many petroglyphs chipped into the rock face. (as opposed to NW coast Indian's pictographs which are "Painted onto the rock") Be wary of cars and trucks cause many good vantage points are from the road surface
Apr 13, 2019 16:35:34 #
Apr 13, 2019 16:49:22 #
When I was there last April, we arrived early to catch the sunrise, drove right, in toured as many places as my back would allow me to get to. When, on the way out, we tried to visit the visitor center we had a difficult time finding a place to park in their huge parking lot. As we were driving out we saw cars were lined up just like the photo above. I looked like there was a construction project underway to make the exit ramp two lanes wide, presumably so the backup doesn't reach or block the single lane each way main highway.
Apr 13, 2019 16:50:41 #
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Apr 13, 2019 16:54:21 #
Delicate arch CAN be awesome just before sunset, depends of weather and clouds. If you try this hike and stay till sunset, you'll be hiking back in dark, so take multiple flashlights, or headlamps, and make sure your phone and GPS is fully charged. Take a tripod as you'll be doing long exposures near dusk.
Apr 13, 2019 16:56:11 #
RichLacey
Loc: Atlanta
Sir:
Rent a four wheel drive at Moab off-road and contact Dan Micks. He is a personal 4X4 tour guide. He will escort you along some old mining roads for about $150 per 1/2 day. He knows ALL the spots outside the normal tourist stops for Photographers. If you can, explore the White Rim Trail, but get your permit now. It follows the Colorado River (foreground ) and has many stunning midgrounds (rock formations, and hopefully beautiful skies. It is rated “easy” for a backroad level of travel. You can do this.
The White Rim Trail is a FULL day’s travel but, since you have a permit, you must sign out at the end with the rangers or they will come looking for you almost immediately. You are isolated but safe. Just stay hydrated and take extra water and take PHOTOGRAPHS!
RichLaceyPhotography
Rent a four wheel drive at Moab off-road and contact Dan Micks. He is a personal 4X4 tour guide. He will escort you along some old mining roads for about $150 per 1/2 day. He knows ALL the spots outside the normal tourist stops for Photographers. If you can, explore the White Rim Trail, but get your permit now. It follows the Colorado River (foreground ) and has many stunning midgrounds (rock formations, and hopefully beautiful skies. It is rated “easy” for a backroad level of travel. You can do this.
The White Rim Trail is a FULL day’s travel but, since you have a permit, you must sign out at the end with the rangers or they will come looking for you almost immediately. You are isolated but safe. Just stay hydrated and take extra water and take PHOTOGRAPHS!
RichLaceyPhotography
Apr 13, 2019 20:08:29 #
wrbc
Loc: Palm Bay, Fl.
drue.powers wrote:
My wife and I are planning a trip to the Moab area in September. Any ideas for must see and/or photograph besides Arches?? Any suggestions would be appreciated. I'm looking forward to getting out of Iowa for a few days!!
The Moab area is one of our favorite places to visit.Corona Arch, on 279, is a must. Mesa Arch in Canyonlands for the sunrise and for the Milky Way at night. False Kiva in Canyonlands is great for sunsets. You should check first, I heard they closed it to the public because of vandalism. If you don't mind a little drive the Goblin Valley State Park area is good. Last year we spent a day hiking in the Cedar Mesa area. So many Indian ruins. Natural Bridges National Monument is pretty cool also.
Apr 13, 2019 20:25:39 #
ChazT
Loc: Florida
Thanks Dr. Nikon. Sorry but not sure what that means. Should I select "store original" when adding a pic?
Apr 13, 2019 20:42:25 #
Apr 13, 2019 20:50:10 #
BobHartung wrote:
I think I wasn't clear. I had hope to suggest he get off at Cisco and after viewing and photographing to his heart's content that he proceed to Utah hwy 128 to go to Moab. I have driven 128 8 or 9 times and I always find something new. The Fisher Towers area usually has climbers during the day.
Sorry, I guess I misinterpreted your post.
Apr 14, 2019 08:58:30 #
Rich1939 wrote:
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Hi Rich,
Is it physically easy to get these shots? I don't want to hike and my sense of balance isn't that great. Also, what is best airport to go to? Thanks - Steve
Apr 14, 2019 09:59:09 #
steveg48 wrote:
Hi Rich,
Is it physically easy to get these shots? I don't want to hike and my sense of balance isn't that great. Also, what is best airport to go to? Thanks - Steve
Is it physically easy to get these shots? I don't want to hike and my sense of balance isn't that great. Also, what is best airport to go to? Thanks - Steve
Steve most of that route is on very low traffic roads. You could pull over just about anywhere along the route to take photos without having to hike. Of course take normal precautions.
As far as airports go I'll have to hope other readers will answer that for you. My visits to the area were by car when I lived in WY. and AZ. (and a couple from here in PA)
Apr 14, 2019 17:25:02 #
OleMe
Loc: Montgomery Co., MD
Drue,
Moab is a great place to take pics. In addition to what some others have suggested, think about a couple of tours.
We took a tour of the "sand flats" riding in a Hummer. The "flats" are anything but: there are large, narrow hills that the Hummers climb and descend - a hair raising ride.
We also took a boat trip on the Colorado in Canyon Lands Natl. Park. A great ride and one passes under Dead Horse Point.
These trips were run by the Moab Adventure Center and included a lunch - not gormet but adequate. Allow a full day.
https://www.moabadventurecenter.com
You can see some pics that I took here:
https://bronord.com/pics/moab/index.html
Enjoy.
/Roger
Moab is a great place to take pics. In addition to what some others have suggested, think about a couple of tours.
We took a tour of the "sand flats" riding in a Hummer. The "flats" are anything but: there are large, narrow hills that the Hummers climb and descend - a hair raising ride.
We also took a boat trip on the Colorado in Canyon Lands Natl. Park. A great ride and one passes under Dead Horse Point.
These trips were run by the Moab Adventure Center and included a lunch - not gormet but adequate. Allow a full day.
https://www.moabadventurecenter.com
You can see some pics that I took here:
https://bronord.com/pics/moab/index.html
Enjoy.
/Roger
Apr 15, 2019 09:15:04 #
I sat down and started doing some research, via internet , Google earth, the ephemeris, etc. The amount of things to see and do is almost mind boggling! We are going to be there with both of our adult sons, who are also photo freaks, so I'm thinking a sit down and planning session with them will be in order. Thank you so much to everyone who gave suggestions! Well, I think anyway!! A bunch of information to process, to say the least!!
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