La Sal Mountain Loop
La Sal Mountain Loop
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Just outside Moab, Utah, through the La Sal Mountains that can be seen from Arches National Park.
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Grover R
Pensacola, FL22,545 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
The La Sal Mountains are by no means a large, tall or great mountain range. However, we they are, is an amazing backdrop to all the sights in Moab. Nearly everything you see from Arches and Canyonlands NPs to the town of Moab, the La Sal Mountains loom over and provide an awesome view. While they appear green in the summer photos, we visited in the Spring when they are capped with snow which gives them their name, La Sal - the salt. The look like a beer commercial when you get to see them.
Written June 7, 2023
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Jim B
Grapeview, WA1,835 contributions
Sep 2021
We took this drive on a beautiful fall morning and loved the views. It took us about two hours of unhurried driving with very little traffic. It was a bit hazy from the wildfire smoke in the area but the views were still wonderful. We drove it counterclockwise from Moab, which I recommend for the views as you descend on the north side down to the Colorado River.
Written September 15, 2021
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WNCtravelmom
Western N.C.163 contributions
Mar 2020
It rained most of the day, but when the sun came out all we really had time to do was go for this drive. I really recommend starting this road south of Moab and driving towards Castle Valley as the sun is getting low. It was beautiful and in my opinion, Castle Valley is the most beautiful area around Moab.
Written March 20, 2020
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sd1974
San Diego, CA60 contributions
Oct 2020
We started in the south and drove north. The scenery got prettier and prettier. At the top of the loop, the leaves were turning and it was beautiful. Coming down into Castle Valley was breathtaking. We enjoyed the ride on Rte 28 along the Colorado River. The roads were in good shape. I personally don't like drives with sheer drop offs and this drive had very few scary spots for me. Would not recommend doing this drive with a trailer or large RV. There are pullouts to stop and lots of cows. We also saw some deer. There was a rest stop with a vaulted toilet. We encountered very little traffic on the drive.
Written October 10, 2020
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houstonnative47
Missouri City, TX1,035 contributions
Oct 2019
We did not expect this drive to be so beautiful. We started it off of Highway 128 and it ended at Ken's Lake south of Moab and Highway 191. At first the drive has low foilage and no red rocks. Then as you make the slow incline the scenery gets better and better until you finally reach the overlook at the top. Wow what views of the valley below! There are aspen trees that were changing colors while we were there in early October.
This didn't seem to be a heavily traveled road except for bicyclists. I just don't know how they do it. This drive will take you a few hours if you stop and gawk like we did.
This didn't seem to be a heavily traveled road except for bicyclists. I just don't know how they do it. This drive will take you a few hours if you stop and gawk like we did.
Written January 15, 2020
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austinfamilyof4
Austin861 contributions
Mar 2020
We have done this drive many times, usually in the summer as a way to get out of the heat. This year we drove it in March, and there was still a lot of snow on the ground. We usually start at Ken's Lake and end up at the Colorado River. The view descending into Castle Valley is incredible.
Written March 28, 2020
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Timothy B
10 contributions
Oct 2021
The La Sal Mountain Loop takes you up and over the La Sal Mountains. From various points of the loop you will have incredible views of the surrounding valleys. Be a little careful of the weather as snow comes early.
Written October 20, 2021
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Nardosmom
Washington58 contributions
Sep 2020
This was a fabulous way to spend the afternoon and beat the heat down in Moab. We started south of Moab - don't worry if the first section of road is a little rutted and worn, it gets better. We gained about 4000' of elevation to the top, and stopped at the lookout for some lunch and to enjoy the views. My mother in law was disappointed because she'd been told there would be forests, and technically there were, in the form of pinion pines, junipers, and the occasional stand of aspen(?) birch(?). But we're from Washington, where forest means towering pine trees and tons of shade. But there is plenty to enjoy, including the wonderful views and twisty hairpin turns. Drops you out by the Colorado River and you wind along next to it back into town.
We drove our pickup, but this would be a great road for motorcycle touring. We also met some people on bicycles at the top, which is a whole other level of insanity! Fun fact - the La Sal Mountains apparently have a robust population of black bears. But all we saw were cows.
We drove our pickup, but this would be a great road for motorcycle touring. We also met some people on bicycles at the top, which is a whole other level of insanity! Fun fact - the La Sal Mountains apparently have a robust population of black bears. But all we saw were cows.
Written September 19, 2020
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Kiki_Yoas
Hollywood16 contributions
Mar 2020
When my husband told me he wanted to see the mountain up close, I thought it was kind of silly. I'm glad he did because the drive alone did not disappoint. If I had known, I would have rented snowshoes at the local outfitter and tried walking on the several trails marked along the way. At the beginning of the loop there is a trail called Grandstaff Canyon Trail which I plan on doing the next time we come out here. Gorgeous vistas. Relaxing drive.
Written March 12, 2020
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Ashley C
Fort Mill, SC288 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
From the distance, driving into Moab we assumed the white tips on the mountains was snow. It’s actually dirt! Spent the middle of afternoon driving through, it’s not Rocky Mountain beautiful, but the views are magnificent in their own right. There’s a spot on the top with a great view and a bathroom. Ran into a couple of the free ranging angus cows. All in all, it’s worth the drive through, the drive back along the River is magnificent (we started in Moab).
Written July 21, 2020
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Which direction do you recommend driving the loop for the best views? Starting south of Moab, or starting north?
Written September 15, 2020
Coming from the south and heading north was a very nice scenic drive. At the end you follow the scenic river drive back in to Moab.
Written September 15, 2020
Hello, how long is the hike from Warner Lake campground to Golden Nob? And how does one get to the trailhead?
Thanks!
Written March 16, 2018
Hi. Sorry can't tell you, as we only drive thru. Mapmaterial isn't too good. We even got lost due to various roads not marked on map. And we always orient ourselves by map and don't rely on GPS.
Maybe best to check with Moab "Touristinfo".
Make sure you fill up on gas before leaving 😊.
Written March 17, 2018
Is it possible to swim in the lakes? thanks!
Written June 21, 2017
Hi, genehayes. What would you like to know about this attraction?
Written May 6, 2017
I am a little confused about the closure. Obviously during the construction, this is not a loop. I guess it is in an and back out the same way, Where is the best place to enter to get the most out of the available scenic drive?
Written May 6, 2017
A niece leisurely drive you can do it in and hour or two, interesting narrow roads, nice scenery, switchback and elevation gain.
Written April 16, 2017
How long of a drive is the La Sal Loop, if we want a nice casual sight seeing drive?
Written April 15, 2017
I agree, a couple of hours should suffice for the drive, but we took our time exploring some of the lakes and camp sites, so took a bit longer. We drove through Castle Valley on the way back to Moab which is very picturesque. You should check out the movie museum and do some wine tasting at the Red Cliffs Lodge. Or combine with some awesome hiking at Fisher Towers.
Written April 17, 2017
I am experienced driving RVs on all types of roads and would like to know if there any restrictions on the route for a 30 foot motorhome (ie turn restrictions, heith/weight restrictions). Thank you .
Written August 13, 2016
There are no tunnels but part of the road is narrow with many hairpin turns, steep inclines and desents, and cattle on the road. We left our travel trailer at the park and went on this drive in our Dodge Ram.
Written August 13, 2016
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