Water on walking days
2L Hydration Pack
Carry drinking water on longer walks; refill before leaving services.
Fly & Drive guide
Fly into CNY, drive to Moab
48 min drive28 milesReservations: high demand
Trip snapshot
Arrival airport- CNY
Airport drive- 48 min · estimate
Suggested stay- 4–6 days
Reservation demand- High · check entry notes
Vehicle notes- A standard vehicle works for all main park sights; check rental contracts for prohibitions against driving on unpaved 'slickrock' or 'wash' roads.
Your route
CNY
Canyonlands Regional Airport
Moab
About 48 min · 28 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
Step 1Flights to CNY
Compare fares into Canyonlands Regional Airport.
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Step 2Standard car at CNY
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Moab. Compare rental companies in one search. Est. from $45/day · typical rate.
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Step 2SUV at CNY
Select an SUV, pickup location and dates on Airport Rentals. Est. from $55/day · typical rate.
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Before you goStore extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
Find storage
03 · First night near Moab
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
Before you land
Reservations
Arches: no timed entry in 2026
NPS says Arches does not require advance timed-entry reservations in 2026, although congestion can temporarily restrict vehicle access. Devils Garden Campground and Fiery Furnace hikes still require reservations or permits. Canyonlands has separate fees and activity permits; recheck both parks for your travel dates, especially for later seasons.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
March – May, September – October
Your route
Day 1 · Arches Icons and Slickrock Hikes
Delicate Arch → The Windows Section
Day 2 · Canyonlands Island in the Sky
Mesa Arch → Grand View Point Overlook
Day 3 · River Corridors and Red Rock Panoramas
Utah State Route 128 → Dead Horse Point State Park
Viator
Tours & experiences near Moab
Explore guided activities around Moab. Check the meeting point, dates and availability on Viator before booking.
Open tour listings separatelyCurated Trip Essentials
Five picks for Moab
Eye protection
Polarized Cycling Sunglasses
Wrap-around cycling sunglasses with polarized lenses and a lightweight TR90 frame, according to the listing.
Uneven walking trails
Adjustable Trekking Pole
An optional support on uneven walks. Check trail rules, pole length and airline baggage rules.
Sunny outdoor stops
Cooling Neck Gaiter
A light neck covering for sunny walks; use alongside sunscreen, not instead of it.
Wildlife & night viewing
Hawknite 1 4K Night Vision Binoculars
52MP photo · 1,200m range · full color at night. Check park rules before using lights at night.
$299.99 USD · store price
Shop at WILDGUARDEROptional picks, not a complete packing or safety list. Photos from the ROCKBROS and WILDGUARDER stores. Prices as of 2026-10-19 / 2026-10-20; price, stock and shipping may change.
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Moab?
Canyonlands Regional Airport (CNY) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from CNY to Moab?
Roughly 48 min (about 28 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Moab?
NPS says Arches does not require advance timed-entry reservations in 2026, although congestion can temporarily restrict vehicle access. Devils Garden Campground and Fiery Furnace hikes still require reservations or permits. Canyonlands has separate fees and activity permits; recheck both parks for your travel dates, especially for later seasons.
