Moab Mountain Biking Trips
Activities in Moab for children?
I’m planning a camping trip to Moab in late April with my family (Me, my wife, 3 yr old son, and 4 month old son). I want to do a little mountain biking but definitely can’t leave my wife at the campsite taking care of the boys the whole time, so what are some suggestions that we can all do as a family?
Any interesting places to see by car?
Short hikes with strollers?
Museums?
OK, remember that I have two little ones, so driving to 4-Corners or Natl parks (other than Arches) won’t work.
You could spend a lot of time in arches just driving to all of the different view points, and I am pretty sure that there are a few paved paths. I would definitely recommend the extremely short trail that leads to sand dune arch. It is very sandy around the arch and I have seen many families bring in buckets and shovels for their little ones to play with. The visitor center at the entrance to arches would be a good place to stop and get information. They also have small exhibits that are fun to look at.
North of Moab (before arches though) there is a very scenic highway that runs in a canyon along the Colorado river. If you drive down it about 14 miles (takes a good half hour) you will rech Red Cliffs Lodge, which has a free movie museum. If you drive just a little bit further you will see famous Castle rock, which has been featured in many movies.
In the town of Moab there are many adventure companies, which do offer half day jeep and hummer tours. Here is a link to their websites http://www.moabhappenings.com/tours.htm
There is a small museum located in Moab, and many interesting shops and restaurants. You could spend a couple of hours just walking around the town.
Telluride to Moab Mountain Bike Trip
