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Utah canyon country road trip

Short middle stop and a slower finish

Submitted by A Quieter Route
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Route and nights

  1. Moab5 nights
  2. Torrey2 nights
  3. Springdale6 nights

Trip format: Open jaw · One hotel or guesthouse per overnight base

Tradeoff: Two nights in the middle means one main visit. Keep a substantial final base for the last stretch.

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Trip stats

Trip days
14
Nights
13
Home Bases
3
Scheduled entries
82

Days by place

Springdale
7
Moab
5
Torrey
2

Hotels and other stays

Bumbleberry Inn · Springdale
6 nights
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 nights
Capitol Reef Resort · Torrey
2 nights

Schedule by type

Meal
42
Activity
23
Ground transport
11
Lodging
6

Day-by-day agenda

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Day 1 Moab
  1. to · Lodging Check in and drop your bags Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
  2. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk near the hotel Downtown Moab, Utah

    Skip this block if you arrive later.

  3. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
Day 2 Moab
  1. to · Meal Have an early breakfast in Moab Main Street, Moab
  2. to · Ground transport Check Arches entry and drive to an open viewpoint Arches National Park

    Check whether a timed-entry reservation is required for your date. Confirm road, heat, and any closure notices before leaving.

  3. to · Activity See Balanced Rock from an open designated viewpoint or short path Balanced Rock, Arches National Park

    Stay on the marked route and choose the viewpoint if the path is too hot or conditions are poor.

    Official information
  4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return to Moab for lunch Moab, Utah
  5. to · Activity Use a shaded or indoor break during the hottest part of the day Moab, Utah

    Keep another park stop optional if heat, traffic, or access changes.

  6. to · Activity Check the next day’s park access and supplies Moab, Utah
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
Day 3 Moab
  1. to · Meal Breakfast before the park drive Main Street, Moab
  2. to · Ground transport Check conditions and travel to an open Arches roadside stop Arches National Park

    Confirm park entry, heat, and road notices first.

  3. to · Activity Compare sandstone shapes and erosion from a signed public viewpoint Balanced Rock, Arches National Park

    Use a short marked path only if weather and access suit. Stay off the formations.

    Official information
  4. to · Meal Have a packed lunch or eat after returning to town Moab, Utah
  5. to · Activity Use a shaded break and review park interpretation material Moab, Utah
  6. to · Meal Take an optional café break Main Street, Moab
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
Day 4 Moab
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Main Street, Moab
  2. to · Activity Check fuel, water, and portable meal supplies for the next drive Moab, Utah

    Confirm store and service hours before heading out the next morning.

  3. to · Meal Have lunch in Moab Main Street, Moab
  4. to · Activity Take a short downtown walk or choose an indoor rest Downtown Moab, Utah

    Avoid exposed walks in high heat.

  5. to · Meal Take a seated break and check your next route Moab, Utah
  6. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
Day 5 Moab
  1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Main Street, Moab
  2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Main Street, Moab

    Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

  3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Main Street, Moab
  4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Downtown Moab, Utah

    Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

  5. to · Meal Take a seated break Main Street, Moab
  6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
Day 6 Torrey
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Main Street, Moab
  2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
  3. to · Ground transport Travel from Moab to Torrey Moab, Utah

    Use the paved route confirmed for your dates. Check Utah road conditions, carry water, and allow time for fuel and lunch. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

  4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base Capitol Reef Resort

    Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

  5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Torrey, Utah
Capitol Reef ResortTorrey
Day 7 Torrey
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Torrey, Utah
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to the Fruita area if the route is open Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park
  3. to · Activity Visit open public settlement stops and look at orchard interpretation Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park

    Check what is open. Use orchards only where access is posted and treat fruit availability as seasonal.

    Official information
  4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch at an open picnic area or return toward Torrey Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park
  5. to · Activity Choose a shorter public walk or an indoor stop Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park

    Use current park alerts and skip exposed trails in poor weather.

  6. to · Ground transport Return to Torrey Torrey, Utah
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Torrey, Utah
Capitol Reef ResortTorrey
Day 8 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Torrey, Utah
  2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Capitol Reef Resort
  3. to · Ground transport Travel from Torrey to Springdale Torrey, Utah

    Check open paved routes and elevation-related weather. If your route passes through Zion, check park entry and tunnel restrictions for your vehicle before leaving. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

  4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base Bumbleberry Inn

    Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

  5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 9 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast in Springdale Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Activity Check shuttle stops and supplies for the next park visit Springdale, Utah

    Confirm the operating schedule and plan where you will start and finish.

  3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  4. to · Activity Take a short town walk or use a shaded rest break Springdale, Utah
  5. to · Meal Take a seated break before dinner Springdale, Utah
  6. to · Meal Dinner in Springdale Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 10 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have an early breakfast in town Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Ground transport Travel to the visitor center and use the open park transport route Zion National Park Visitor Center

    Check shuttle operations, parking, trail alerts, and weather. Allow extra time for queues.

  3. to · Activity Choose a signed canyon viewpoint or open short trail Zion Canyon

    Use current park guidance and choose a route that fits the heat, river, and access conditions.

    Official information
  4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return to Springdale for lunch Springdale, Utah
  5. to · Activity Choose one shorter viewpoint or use a town fallback Springdale, Utah

    Leave exposed areas if conditions deteriorate.

  6. to · Ground transport Return to the hotel area with time for a break Springdale, Utah
  7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 11 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Ground transport Check park access and travel to an open canyon stop Zion National Park Visitor Center

    Check shuttle operation, visitor alerts, and heat before leaving.

  3. to · Activity Compare river and sandstone features on a permitted short route Zion Canyon

    Use marked routes and choose a public viewpoint if paths are closed or exposed.

    Official information
  4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return toward Springdale Springdale, Utah
  5. to · Activity Use a short second stop only if conditions suit Zion National Park

    Keep the afternoon indoors in strong heat or rain.

  6. to · Ground transport Return to Springdale Springdale, Utah
  7. to · Meal Dinner near your hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 12 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

  3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

  5. to · Meal Take a seated break Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 13 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

  3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

  5. to · Meal Take a seated break Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
Day 14 Springdale
  1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
  2. to · Activity Take an optional last walk Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Skip the walk if you have an early departure.

  3. to · Lodging Check out and collect luggage Bumbleberry Inn
  4. to · Ground transport Allow time for onward travel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

    Use the confirmed departure and pickup times from your booking.

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Suggested schedule · All times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

  1. Day 1

    Moab

    America/Denver Open map for Moab
    1. to · Lodging Check in and drop your bags Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
    2. to · Activity Take a short orientation walk near the hotel Downtown Moab, Utah

      Skip this block if you arrive later.

    3. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
  2. Day 2

    Moab

    America/Denver Open map for Moab
    1. to · Meal Have an early breakfast in Moab Main Street, Moab
    2. to · Ground transport Check Arches entry and drive to an open viewpoint Arches National Park

      Check whether a timed-entry reservation is required for your date. Confirm road, heat, and any closure notices before leaving.

    3. to · Activity See Balanced Rock from an open designated viewpoint or short path Balanced Rock, Arches National Park

      Stay on the marked route and choose the viewpoint if the path is too hot or conditions are poor.

      Official information
    4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return to Moab for lunch Moab, Utah
    5. to · Activity Use a shaded or indoor break during the hottest part of the day Moab, Utah

      Keep another park stop optional if heat, traffic, or access changes.

    6. to · Activity Check the next day’s park access and supplies Moab, Utah
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
  3. Day 3

    Moab

    America/Denver Open map for Moab
    1. to · Meal Breakfast before the park drive Main Street, Moab
    2. to · Ground transport Check conditions and travel to an open Arches roadside stop Arches National Park

      Confirm park entry, heat, and road notices first.

    3. to · Activity Compare sandstone shapes and erosion from a signed public viewpoint Balanced Rock, Arches National Park

      Use a short marked path only if weather and access suit. Stay off the formations.

      Official information
    4. to · Meal Have a packed lunch or eat after returning to town Moab, Utah
    5. to · Activity Use a shaded break and review park interpretation material Moab, Utah
    6. to · Meal Take an optional café break Main Street, Moab
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
  4. Day 4

    Moab

    America/Denver Open map for Moab
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    2. to · Activity Check fuel, water, and portable meal supplies for the next drive Moab, Utah

      Confirm store and service hours before heading out the next morning.

    3. to · Meal Have lunch in Moab Main Street, Moab
    4. to · Activity Take a short downtown walk or choose an indoor rest Downtown Moab, Utah

      Avoid exposed walks in high heat.

    5. to · Meal Take a seated break and check your next route Moab, Utah
    6. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
  5. Day 5

    Moab

    America/Denver Open map for Moab
    1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Main Street, Moab

      Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

    3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Main Street, Moab
    4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Downtown Moab, Utah

      Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

    5. to · Meal Take a seated break Main Street, Moab
    6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Main Street, Moab
    Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by HiltonMoab
  6. Day 6

    Torrey

    America/Denver
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Main Street, Moab
    2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Hoodoo Moab, Curio Collection by Hilton
    3. to · Ground transport Travel from Moab to Torrey Moab, Utah

      Use the paved route confirmed for your dates. Check Utah road conditions, carry water, and allow time for fuel and lunch. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

    4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base Capitol Reef Resort

      Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

    5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Torrey, Utah
    Capitol Reef ResortTorrey
  7. Day 7

    Torrey

    America/Denver Open map for Torrey
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Torrey, Utah
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to the Fruita area if the route is open Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park
    3. to · Activity Visit open public settlement stops and look at orchard interpretation Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park

      Check what is open. Use orchards only where access is posted and treat fruit availability as seasonal.

      Official information
    4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch at an open picnic area or return toward Torrey Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park
    5. to · Activity Choose a shorter public walk or an indoor stop Fruita, Capitol Reef National Park

      Use current park alerts and skip exposed trails in poor weather.

    6. to · Ground transport Return to Torrey Torrey, Utah
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Torrey, Utah
    Capitol Reef ResortTorrey
  8. Day 8

    Springdale

    America/Denver
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast before checking out Torrey, Utah
    2. to · Lodging Check out and allow time to reach your departure point Capitol Reef Resort
    3. to · Ground transport Travel from Torrey to Springdale Torrey, Utah

      Check open paved routes and elevation-related weather. If your route passes through Zion, check park entry and tunnel restrictions for your vehicle before leaving. Use the departure and arrival times from your booking.

    4. to · Lodging Check in after reaching the new base Bumbleberry Inn

      Keep dinner flexible if the transfer runs late.

    5. to · Meal Have dinner near your new hotel if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  9. Day 9

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast in Springdale Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Activity Check shuttle stops and supplies for the next park visit Springdale, Utah

      Confirm the operating schedule and plan where you will start and finish.

    3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    4. to · Activity Take a short town walk or use a shaded rest break Springdale, Utah
    5. to · Meal Take a seated break before dinner Springdale, Utah
    6. to · Meal Dinner in Springdale Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  10. Day 10

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Have an early breakfast in town Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Ground transport Travel to the visitor center and use the open park transport route Zion National Park Visitor Center

      Check shuttle operations, parking, trail alerts, and weather. Allow extra time for queues.

    3. to · Activity Choose a signed canyon viewpoint or open short trail Zion Canyon

      Use current park guidance and choose a route that fits the heat, river, and access conditions.

      Official information
    4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return to Springdale for lunch Springdale, Utah
    5. to · Activity Choose one shorter viewpoint or use a town fallback Springdale, Utah

      Leave exposed areas if conditions deteriorate.

    6. to · Ground transport Return to the hotel area with time for a break Springdale, Utah
    7. to · Meal Dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  11. Day 11

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Ground transport Check park access and travel to an open canyon stop Zion National Park Visitor Center

      Check shuttle operation, visitor alerts, and heat before leaving.

    3. to · Activity Compare river and sandstone features on a permitted short route Zion Canyon

      Use marked routes and choose a public viewpoint if paths are closed or exposed.

      Official information
    4. to · Meal Take a packed lunch or return toward Springdale Springdale, Utah
    5. to · Activity Use a short second stop only if conditions suit Zion National Park

      Keep the afternoon indoors in strong heat or rain.

    6. to · Ground transport Return to Springdale Springdale, Utah
    7. to · Meal Dinner near your hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  12. Day 12

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

    3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

    5. to · Meal Take a seated break Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  13. Day 13

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Have a later breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Activity Leave time for a stop you missed or want to revisit Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Use this window for a closure, bad weather, or a slower morning.

    3. to · Meal Have lunch near the hotel or your chosen stop Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    4. to · Activity Take a short neighborhood walk if time allows Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Use the time for a break if the weather or the next transfer calls for a slower day.

    5. to · Meal Take a seated break Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    6. to · Meal Have dinner near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    Bumbleberry InnSpringdale
  14. Day 14

    Springdale

    America/Denver Open map for Springdale
    1. to · Meal Have breakfast near the hotel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale
    2. to · Activity Take an optional last walk Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Skip the walk if you have an early departure.

    3. to · Lodging Check out and collect luggage Bumbleberry Inn
    4. to · Ground transport Allow time for onward travel Zion Park Boulevard, Springdale

      Use the confirmed departure and pickup times from your booking.