Top Reasons to Go to Moab

Beauty from another world: The terra-cotta expanse of moonlike and open desert here is unparalleled.

Get out and play: Mountain and road biking, rafting, rock climbing, hiking, four-wheeling, and cross-country skiing are all wildly popular.

Creature comforts: Remote, southeastern Utah—and Moab, in particular—has an array of lodging and dining options, including elegant bistros, fancy hotels, and quaint bed-and-breakfasts.

Catch a festival: Especially in the spring and summer months, this area is chock-full of gatherings focused on art, music, and recreation.

Another state of being: The openness of this desert creates a friendly culture in which time and money aren’t the main focus. Once that red sand gets in your blood, you might never leave.