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A man mountain biking on the Hymasa trail, Moab, Utah.

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Doling out hot tubs and pub grub after a dusty day on the trail, Moab is southern Utah's adventure base camp. Mobs arrive to play in Utah’s recreation capital – from the hiker to the four-wheeler, the cult of recreation borders on fetishism.

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Best Things to Do

Moab nestles in a sandstone valley, with easy access to rafting, hiking, mountain biking, climbing and more. Here are the top thrills to seek around Moab.

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Best Time to Visit

Moab and the areas surrounding it are beautiful any time of the year, but knowing when to go can make a good vacation even better.

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Moab is a great destination for free adventures, making it a budget friendly trip to some of the country's most unique landscapes.

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