Was “Planning for Moab” - NOW “Off-Rodeo Reservation CONFIRMED!” - Some questions....

[LoneRider]

I am starting the planning to attend Moab Off-Rodeo in September. Moab hotels prices are crazy, looking at Grand Junction as an alternative. I'll be driving my '22 OBX down from Seattle WA area, planning on two days to get there.

Looks like GJ is about a 2 hour drive from Moab, before committing to that I was wondering what time does the Off Rodeo start and how long does it run? Will adding 4 hours drive time and 250 miles or so make it an insufferably long day?

We are early birds, so heading out early isn't a problem not sure I want a 16 hour day though

Also if you had one "extra" day in the area, what are the top 3-5 "must see" spots? The plan is arrive on Sat, Off Rodeo on Sun, do something on Mon and head out Tue morning.


UPDATE - Confirmed my reservations today. Will be doing the Off-Rodeo on Sat. Sept 10th!

Reservations for Arches on Sun 9/11, will find something else to do on 9/12 and head for home on Tue 9/13. Getting pretty excited!

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[Broncotrax]

I am starting the planning to attend Moab Off-Rodeo in September. Moab hotels prices are crazy, looking at Grand Junction as an alternative. I'll be driving my '22 OBX down from Seattle WA area, planning on two days to get there.

Looks like GJ is about a 2 hour drive from Moab, before committing to that I was wondering what time does the Off Rodeo start and how long does it run? Will adding 4 hours drive time and 250 miles or so make it an insufferably long day?

We are early birds, so heading out early isn't a problem not sure I want a 16 hour day though

Also if you had one "extra" day in the area, what are the top 3-5 "must see" spots? The plan is arrive on Sat, Off Rodeo on Sun, do something on Mon and head out Tue morning.

You can camp along the river near the Rodeo site if that suits you. The "Top of the World" trail is a good day trail if you are experienced and it's awesome! for the fuel cost difference and time loss you can find a lower priced hotel in Moab and do cool stuff with the extra hours you will save.

 

[LoneRider]

You can camp along the river near the Rodeo site if that suits you. The "Top of the World" trail is a good day trail if you are experienced and it's awesome! for the fuel cost difference and time loss you can find a lower priced hotel in Moab and do cool stuff with the extra hours you will save.

Unfortunately the person coming with me precludes camping. $230 a night vs $100 night in GJ is about $400 for three nights.

Probably should have mentioned my only "off road" experience is Forest Service and gravel roads. Absolute neophyte when it comes to anything more complicated so need to stick to "bunny trails" with my stock OBX and 32" tires.

Where exactly is the Off Rodeo site?

 

[Broncotrax]

Unfortunately the person coming with me precludes camping. $230 a night vs $100 night in GJ is about $400 for three nights.

Probably should have mentioned my only "off road" experience is Forest Service and gravel roads. Absolute neophyte when it comes to anything more complicated so need to stick to "bunny trails" with my stock OBX and 32" tires.

Where exactly is the Off Rodeo site?

 

[Broncotrax]

It's about midway down highway 128 between Danish exit along I 70 and Moab. The river drive is beautiful after you pass thru Cisco. That's coming from Grand Junction.

If your initially coming from Washington, you'll head east Past Green River Utah on I-70 to Crescent junction, then head south ten miles. Right as you cross the Colorado River into Moab, head east about 15 miles to the rodeo.

Keep in Mind, Green River Utah may be a closer option than Grand Junction. I pretty sure it is.

 

[argrin]

I stayed here in Moab for $132 a night and it was great. Just a group of tiny houses. Check out the reviews. Although the drive along the river up to GJ is awesome, I would not do that. If you have extra time, go to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. There are some cool drives through there that are off road but not difficult. Check these out.

 

[Broncotrax]

I stayed here in Moab for $132 a night and it was great. Just a group of tiny houses. Check out the reviews. Although the drive along the river up to GJ is awesome, I would not do that. If you have extra time, go to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. There are some cool drives through there that are off road but not difficult. Check these out.

Yep and to get into Arches now requires a reservation.

 

[Jmor]

I am starting the planning to attend Moab Off-Rodeo in September. Moab hotels prices are crazy, looking at Grand Junction as an alternative. I'll be driving my '22 OBX down from Seattle WA area, planning on two days to get there.

Looks like GJ is about a 2 hour drive from Moab, before committing to that I was wondering what time does the Off Rodeo start and how long does it run? Will adding 4 hours drive time and 250 miles or so make it an insufferably long day?

We are early birds, so heading out early isn't a problem not sure I want a 16 hour day though

Also if you had one "extra" day in the area, what are the top 3-5 "must see" spots? The plan is arrive on Sat, Off Rodeo on Sun, do something on Mon and head out Tue morning.

We stayed at koa @green river they have small cabins for around 100.00 night and 1 hour from off rodeo

 

[DDGator]

There is so much cool stuff in and around Moab. You have to go to Arches National Park, and if you do any hiking, the hike to Delicate Arch is amazing.

 

[OSUOrangeBronco]

The drive to/from GJ through a picturesque canyon is worth a drive. the interstate to 191 is usually packed with traffic.
The driving experience started at 8-8:30 and was 8-10 hours, the bonfire afterwards was bonus time.
I don’t have much experience with all the trails in Moab, but I do know Colorado National Monument, and it is amazing.

 

[GoTigersGoBronco]

Stay the night before and after. It starts early and ends later.

I liked the little cabins at the KOA. My non-camper partner really liked them.

 

[UtahBrandon]

We usually stay in an RV at the Sun Outdoors campground in Moab, however, since you don't have an RV, maybe look at the little cabins they offer. Great location with the Moab Brewery across the street
Click the "lodging" tab on this page.
https://www.sunoutdoors.com/utah/sun-outdoors-moab-downtown#ways-to-stay-section

 

[contented]

Try AirBnB.

 

[Iron Oxide]

Grand Junction is a little far IMO, lots of good recs listed above, but I usually stay at the Best Western Canyonlands. Right off Main St., not terribly pricey, and surprisingly comfy. So much so it's nicknamed "The world's best Best Western" in my family

 

[IDyeti]

You can shave a little bit of time between Cisco and Moab if you don't mind bombin the dirt road at 55mph+, 15 years ago that wasn't a problem not sure about now. But that drive sucks either way, would not do after a long day on the trail.

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