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Colorado Riverway Recreation Area

244 Reviews

#10 of 107 things to do in Moab

Sights & Landmarks, Outdoor Activities, Scenic Drives

Route 128, Moab, UT

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“Stunning”

There is only one way to describe the drive out Route 128 from Moab and that's STUNNING. What a... read more

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Jacqueline A

Palm Coast, Florida

“Have the park to yourself”

We decided to drive out of Moab this way. I don't think we saw an entire soul the whole time. It... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Heather L

Washington DC

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“beautiful drive”(22 reviews)

“colorado river”(89 reviews)

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Jacqueline A

Palm Coast, Florida

4523

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Stunning

There is only one way to describe the drive out Route 128 from Moab and that's STUNNING. What a beautiful ride, back country highway along the Colorado River and basically no traffic so you get to enjoy the incredible rock formations, etc. There is an...More

Thank Jacqueline A

miss1397

Springfield, Illinois

11226

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Beautiful drive - stop to hike

This is a beautiful drive. Give yourself plenty of time to stop and explore and hike at the different areas along the way.

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Heather L

Washington DC

10434

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Have the park to yourself

We decided to drive out of Moab this way. I don't think we saw an entire soul the whole time. It was a beautiful way to leave Moab to head back to Denver, and enjoy more of the surround beauty of the area!

Thank Heather L

Greg M

373144

Reviewed August 14, 2018 via mobile

Such Beauty

We were in the Colorado River area a few times on our trip. he scenery here is amazing. Although we didn’t do any rafting, we still did lots of activities. This is truly a gem of the American West

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bschleic921

4611

Reviewed June 12, 2018

A great drive along the river

A must do while you're in Moab. Right next to the entrance to Arches. Drive up along the Colorado river for at least 20 miles. Very scenic. There's also a road the peals off toward Castle Valley, do this as well. You will enjoy.

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wendyvalglass

Palatine, Illinois

2412

Reviewed June 8, 2018

What a surprise

Our trip did not include this until we came across it accidentally. What an incredible drive thru rock formations, along the Colorado river. There is a bike trail for part of this, Ranches with horses, and 2 resorts one of which has a winery. We...More

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2kesserus

Pine, Colorado

185

Reviewed June 5, 2018

Stunning scenery and lots to do

We were here on a Jeep excursion in May 2018. There are endless trails & so photo-worthy. There is also rafting, horseback riding, 4 wheeling, and good food. Or just relaxing is fine too! Great place for families, groups or couples. Close to Moab.

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1234Col

Sydney, Australia

32163

Reviewed June 2, 2018

Unbelievable

Inside a canyon, Colorado river, picnic and hiking areas, a winery 17 miles down road, don’t miss this drive ..it is fantastic

Thank 1234Col

foolfortravel77

Minnesota

11835

Reviewed May 25, 2018

Best views

This is an unbelievable drive. There are several places to pull over and soak it all in. I have driven it twice and I still marvel at the formations.

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Lmsmith2

Springfield, Nebraska

265

Reviewed May 25, 2018 via mobile

Nice Walk on the Trail

We enjoyed an early morning walk on the trail that follows the Colorado River. While we saw more bicyclists than walkers, this trail was great for both. We enjoyed the beautiful canyon, trail and river. A nice way to spend a few hours.

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Ashley T

Is there a specific spot we can let the kids play in the rocks/shallow water or is it all fast moving current?

July 24, 2018|

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I do not think you should let the kids play in the water. The river appears to me to be too fast and I did not see any calm areas.

Travel_Addict_Cyprus

Hello, is it possible to do the Colorado Riverway if we are coming to Moab from Monument Valley or when leaving Moab to head towards Albuquerque? We are spending one night at Monument Valley, 2 nights at Moab (to spend one day in Arches and one day in Canyonlands), and then heading towards Albuquerque. thank you in advance! travel_addict_Cyprus

March 16, 2018|

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The colorado riverway rund east from Moab or you can come from the east off of Interstate 70. You could do the drive as a day trip in about 3 hours from Moab to I-70 and then back to Moab. It is worth the time.