Why You Should Book Moab Tours During the Busy Summer Months

The city of Moab is known for many things. It’s the gateway to the incredible natural stone arches of Arches National Park and massive Canyonlands National Park. The Colorado River passes through the city’s red rock desert landscapes, and visitors can get their hearts pounding with a whitewater rafting adventure. You can stand at the…

What Happens if You Don’t Have a Reservation for Arches National Park?

National parks across the country have been experiencing record visitor numbers in recent years. Utah’s Mighty 5 national parks are no exception. Zion National Park tops the list of most-visited national parks in Utah, with more than 5 million people making their way into the park in 2021 alone. Bryce Canyon came in second, welcoming…

The Ultimate Guide to Utah’s National Parks

Desert Solitude, we specialize in helping our guests get off the beaten path and enjoy epic adventures in Utah’s most incredible destinations. Some of our most popular destinations are Utah’s national parks. Utah ranks third on the list of states in the U.S. with the most national parks. It’s beaten only by California, which has…

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Dead Horse Point State Park

Jutting over the Colorado River and nestled against Canyonlands National Park is Dead Horse Point State Park which comprises more than 5,000 acres of high desert.  At an elevation of 5,900 feet (1,800 m) there are expansive views of the canyons and river that are 2,000 feet below.  This Park offers short scenic overlooks and…

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Stargazing

Utah leads the world with nine International Dark Sky Parks.  The International Dark Sky Association has said “An International Dark Sky Park is a land possessing an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment that is specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and/or public enjoyment.”  As the sun…

4×4 Trails

The Moab area is world renowned for its four-wheel-drive off-road trails and hosts multiple Jeep, ATV, and cycling events throughout the year that bring off-road enthusiasts from around the United States. The trail system in the area offers a variety of trails ranging from easy dirt roads, that passenger cars can easily navigate, to extremely…