This adventure begins in the golden glow of sunset, with the desert’s rock formations, arches, and canyons bathed in warm light. As night falls, the landscape transforms into a serene, otherworldly playground for exploration.
Evening arrival for the sunset show.
Moonlit or starlit hiking through unique terrain.
Peaceful, crowd-free trails.
Difficulty
Moderate hiking
Group Size
Small Group
Gear Provided
Headlamps
Duration
~2-3 Hours
*Wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring a water bottle.
Throughout the month, Paddle Moab alternates between full moon hikes and dark sky stargazing tours. In Summer 2025, the moon cycles align perfectly with early full moon rises and pristine new moon skies, offering both glowing lunar landscapes and pitch-black stargazing nights.
Full Moon Nights: Watch the desert glow under a silver light.
Dark Sky Nights: Experience one of the clearest, most vibrant star displays in the world.
The Moab area holds one of the highest concentrations of certified International Dark Sky Places on Earth, meaning your night hike comes with a front-row seat to the Milky Way.
Certified Dark Sky Area
Expert Local Guides
Small Group Tours
Paddle Moab bringing SUP to the desert southwest!
Paddle Moab bringing SUP to the desert southwest!
Paddle Moab bringing SUP to the desert southwest!