The beauty of a trip to Moab is often centered around the options to pick and choose between adrenaline-pumping outdoor adventures and those more peaceful moments where travelers can simply sit back and admire the view they’ve found. For visitors with a craving for heart-pounding fun, Moab offers up much in the way of rock climbing, water rafting, hiking, biking, and beyond. With a landscape dotted with stone arch formations, sprawling canyons, and breathtaking cliffs, it’s not hard to find an opportunity to experience a new adventure practically around every corner. While these moments are thrilling, there are plenty of moments to enjoy where the scenery takes center stage at a more leisurely pace. For those that value these experiences side by side, a trip to Castle Valley is a must during your getaway to Moab.
Mountains, Rocks, and Rivers Collide in Castle Valley
Located just 20 miles north of central Moab, the town of Castle Valley is both a destination and an experience worth enjoying. Those that head to Moab looking for those exciting and vibrant moments of adventure will find that Castle Valley, in contrast, offers up a sense of serenity that can balance out a thrilling afternoon. Still offering up views of red rock towers, a trip to Castle Valley comes with the added benefit of finding yourself in a place simultaneously surrounded by the stunning La Sal Mountains as well as the Colorado River. The combination of greenery side by side with desert makes for a wonderful place to enjoy taking photographs or sitting back and admiring the view.
Planning Your Visit
There’s no reason to rush along when Moab Castle Valley is on your itinerary for the day. In fact, the majority of visitors to this scenic destination are here in exclusive pursuit of some quiet moments away from the crowds. There isn’t much to see in the way of shops and restaurants, so the focus can remain firmly on appreciating the beauty of nature and perhaps enjoying a picnic lunch while you’re here. For those looking to combine their time at Castle Valley with more sightseeing, it only takes a few minutes to reach both Canyonlands and Arches National Park from this delightful destination.
Find Your Moab Vibe
Moab is a place that everyone can enjoy and when your travel plans bring you this way, Empty Spaces is ready and waiting to help you get settled into your ideal home away from home. Contact us today regarding our many rental property options in the area. We can’t wait to welcome you to Utah.
