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Utah Arches & Canyonlands Hiking - Lodge Based Tour

Towering Arches & Vast Canyons


Arches and Canyonlands National Parks offer active explorers an unforgettable introduction to the grandeur of the Colorado Plateau's high desert. Each park brings its own beauty, but both take their name very much to heart. Arches, located on the Colorado River, has 2,000 natural sandstone arches dotting its terrain. Canyonlands is a maze of vast canyons amidst a colorful landscape. Our hotel in the charming town of Moab is ideally situated. From here, we explore the best of both these exciting worlds. Alternating between Canyonlands and Arches, our daily hikes take us to scenic viewpoints high above the red canyons of the Colorado River, past giant sandstone arches curving gracefully into the sky, and to panels covered with ancient Native American rock art. We stop occasionally to take pictures and to take it all in, knowing this shared experience provides a better connection to nature and to each other.

6 Days • 5 Nights

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Highlights


  • Explore the magnificent landscapes of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
  • Hike to stunning sites like Delicate Arch, the Needles, and Devil's Garden
  • Savor a mesa-top vantage point offering awe-inspiring views across the Colorado River Canyon and sandstone pinnacles and spires

Utah Arches & Canyonlands Hiking – Lodge Based

Start: Grand Junction, Colorado  End: Grand Junction, Colorado

Itinerary


  • Travel to our lodge on the banks of the Colorado River, afternoon hike

    Day 1

    Our trip begins this morning at the Grand Junction, Colorado airport. After introductions we transfer to Colorado National Monument where we will have a picnic prepared by your guides while admiring the landscape. After a short hike, we transfer to our comfortable accommodations in Moab, Utah. This afternoon we set out on a hike that provides incredible views of massive fin-like sandstone rock formations. We admire the deep red and pink hued colors of the canyons while enjoying a guide-prepared picnic dinner. Lunch and dinner included.

    Accommodation: Red Cliffs Lodge

    Activity: 4 miles hiking with 800' elevation gain and loss

    Transportation: 2 hours private van transfer

    Meals: Lunch, Dinner

  • Take a mesa-top hike in Canyonlands with views of sandstone spires

    Day 2

    Today's hike is in Canyonlands National Park. The trail begins with a gradual climb across open wildflower-filled grassland toward the rim of Island in the Sky mesa. The sandy trail eventually changes to slickrock before reaching a mesa-top vantage point offering awe-inspiring views across the Colorado River Canyon to the soaring sandstone pinnacles and spires of White Rim. Watching for bighorn sheep, we hike just below the mesa rim along the Lathrop Trail, with the cliffs of Island in the Sky above and the fantastically-carved red rock canyons of the Colorado River spread out before us. Returning to our lodge, we have dinner together. All meals included.

    Accommodation: Red Cliffs Lodge

    Activity: 8 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Hike to Delicate Arch, Devil's Garden and the Windows in Arches National Park

    Day 3

    Arches National Park is our focus today. With giant balanced rocks, colorful hoodoos, and more than 2000 sandstone arches of all shapes and sizes lying within its borders, Arches National Park is nature's sculpture garden. Our hike takes us through the tall canyon walls of Park Avenue, where we are surrounded by imposing red cliffs. Continuing our hike, we reach the most extraordinary natural arch in the Southwest - the magical Delicate Arch. Perched above a striated sandstone basin, the graceful shape, color and location of Delicate Arch make it a photographer's dream. We pause for a picnic lunch with wonderful views of this natural work of art. Next, we hike the Devil's Garden Trail to view Landscape Arch, the longest in the park, stretching to more than 300 feet. The Double Arch and Windows Trail round out our day of exploring. We stop at the park's visitor center, then return to our lodge. Dinner is on your own in Moab, with transfers provided by your guides.

    Accommodation: Red Cliffs Lodge

    Activity: 8.5 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation gain and loss

    Transportation: 1 hour private van transfer

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Explore the Klondike Bluffs of Arches National Park

    Day 4

    Reaching Arches National Park, we travel along a dirt road through the Salt Valley to the remote Klondike Bluffs region. This area is seldom visited by other hikers. We hike to Tower Arch via a series of steep climbs over slickrock and sand, walking between massive cliffs that are hundreds of feet high. We enjoy a picnic lunch with time to enjoy the views of monoliths that comprise the surrounding landscape. You can also practice your scrambling skills. The next section of the hike includes a multitude of sandstone fins; the enormity of the landscape provides a sense of awe. Dinner is in Moab. All meals included.

    Accommodation: Red Cliffs Lodge

    Activity: 5.5 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Hike in Canyonlands' Needles District and marvel at the petroglyphs

    Day 5

    We set out to a hiker's paradise, the remote Needles section of Canyonlands National Park. Before entering the park, we take time to view a series of ancient pictographs and petroglyphs at Newspaper Rock State Historic Monument. There are hundreds of fascinating petroglyphs (some dating back 2000 years) carved into the rock face by the Native American peoples who passed through this region over the centuries. Our hike begins at Squaw Flat. We are treated to unforgettable vistas of this entire region of Canyonlands, including an astonishing array of sandstone "needles" rising from the slickrock landscape like a city of stone skyscrapers. Our hike concludes at Elephant Hill trailhead. Returning to our lodge, we have dinner together. All meals included.

    Accommodation: Red Cliffs Lodge

    Activity: 6 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

    Transportation: 4 hours private van transfer

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Bid farewell to Utah's canyon country and return to Grand Junction

    Day 6

    We depart our lodge and begin our journey back to Grand Junction, Colorado. En route we take a final hike on the Grandstaff Canyon Trail to see Morning Glory Natural Bridge, the sixth longest natural rock span in the U.S. Following a picnic lunch, we continue our drive to back to Grand Junction, arriving later this afternoon. Breakfast and lunch included.

    Activity: 4.3 miles hiking with 400' elevation gain and loss

    Transportation: 2 hours private van transfer

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Why Travel With Us?


  • MT Sobek has been exploring US National Parks for more than 50 years, placing a strong emphasis on responsible travel practices that protect the natural environment.
  • We deliver this grand-slam adventure in just six days — the perfect real-deal hiking trip for the short-on-time traveler.
  • Our Southwest base is in Utah! Explore with our expert local guides, experience the region's incredible geology and diverse flora and fauna.

Dates & Prices


  • 2025
  • Go Custom
  • Inclusions

2025

Scheduled Dates


Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

The earlier you book, the more choice of available dates you’ll have and once you book, your price is guaranteed.

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Go Custom

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When to start planning? Earlier is always better when designing a custom trip. More time allows for better availability of preferred accommodations, guides and your desired activities. Ideally, start the conversation with us at least 6 months before you want to travel. If you are looking for a custom trip that departs within three months, chances are greatly diminished in securing requested accommodations and the best guides.

*Custom trips require a 25% non-refundable deposit once an itinerary is agreed upon.

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Inclusions

Price Includes


  • Expertise and services of our experienced adventure guides
  • All accommodations as noted in the itinerary
  • All breakfasts, almost all lunches and dinners as noted in the itinerary
  • Snacks and water between meals
  • Additional regional guides and experts on many trips
  • Comprehensive Trip Planner with detailed pre-trip information
  • Private guided tours at historic sites, museums, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the itinerary
  • Special events and other select attractions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
  • Equipment and experienced guides for activities as described in the itinerary
  • Park and other entry fees (unless otherwise noted)
  • Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the itinerary
  • Select transfers as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Baggage transfers and porterage

Price Does Not Include


  • International airfare, airport taxes, and excess baggage fees
  • Alcoholic beverages (MT Sobek provides wine at select events)
  • Gratuities for MT Sobek guides and guide-drivers
  • Travel Protection Program
  • Personal expenses

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Your Guides


The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.

Local Tour Guide .

Local Tour Guide .

We work with only the most experienced and knowledgeable local guides on our trips. You will be in excellent hands with a fully licensed and accredited local guide who will share their expertise in everything from history and architecture, to culture and traditions, the best local cuisine, activities and crafts, or even shopping. Local guides live, breathe, and love their trips because as locals they are an integral part of their communities. Their connections run deep and pride in their piece of the world is contagious.

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This trip is rated activity level 3. You should be capable of hiking up to 8.5 miles (up to 6 hours) while carrying a daypack. We hike both on- and off-trail; terrain includes dirt and sand trails, open sandstone slickrock and some steep inclines/declines.
Learn more about activity levels here.

Activity Snapshot

Day 1

4 miles hiking with 800' elevation gain and loss

Day 2

8 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

Day 3

8.5 miles hiking with 1,000' elevation gain and loss

Day 4

5.5 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

Day 5

6 miles hiking with 600' elevation gain and loss

Day 6

4.3 miles hiking with 400' elevation gain and loss

*Mileage and elevation change information is approximate and may vary slightly depending on trail conditions, weather, and route adjustments, and the guide’s discretion.

Accommodations


Stay in an ideally located lodge carefully selected for a seamless adventure.
Red Cliffs Lodge
Red Cliffs Lodge

Red Cliffs Lodge is nestled along the banks of the Colorado River, surrounded by the deep-cut Canyonlands and steep cliff walls. This rugged Western landscape is worthy of Hollywood and has been the site of numerous films which are highlighted in the on-property Moab Movie Museum. The Cowboy Grill serves hearty cuisine paired with fabulous views of the Colorado River. Red Cliffs Lodge is also home to the Castle Creek Winery, the largest winery in Utah.

Weather


Expect warm, sunny days and cool evenings; weather is variable depending on elevation. Daytime highs can range from 60° to 100°F and evening lows from 40° to 60°F.

 
Apr
May
Sep
Oct
Arches National Park 
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
Arches National Park
69
40
79
49
85
54
71
41
Canyonlands National Parks 
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
High
Low
Canyonlands National Parks
67
37
78
46
84
51
70
38

FAQs


How should I train for my Southwest trip?
The best training is hiking. Work up to hiking similar distances with your daypack loaded with the same weight you will be carrying on your day hikes.
What kind of wildlife am I likely to see?
Wildlife commonly seen includes: Mule Deer, Utah Prairie Dogs, Chipmunks, Golden-mantled Ground Squirrels, Pronghorn (antelope), Gray Fox, Ravens, Steller's Jays, Clark's Nutcrackers, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkeys, and Mountain Short-horned Lizards. Black Bear, Elk, and Mountain Lions are rarely seen.

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