Romance in the Red Rocks: Moab Adventure Center Recommends Active Adventures for Lovers

What’s up and where? Here’s a clue.

Think red — the color of romance and the color of Utah’s iconic Red Rock playground called Moab. Discover how easy it is to fall in love in and with this world-class destination that’s home to both Arches and Canyonlands National Parks.

Here’s how. Cherry pick from Moab Adventure Center’s list of engaging distractions such as a romantic backcountry 4×4 safari at sunset, dine sumptuously after playing all day and check out the Milky Way after a little night music and before snuggling into sweet dreams.

Following are Moab Adventure Center’s recommendations when it comes to uber-romantic activities:

• Take a break from the outdoors and do a wine tasting. Fourteen miles from downtown Moab on Hwy. 128, Red Cliffs Lodge is home to the Castle Creek Winery (www.castlecreekwinery.com), the largest winery in Utah. It offers daily wine tastings.
• On your way to Red Cliffs Lodge, stop on the right side of the road at Matrimony Spring to fill up your water bottles and toast to your relationship. Matrimony Spring is located just out of town right after you take a right on Hwy. 128. Legend has it that a shared drink from the spring will ensure a couple in love will remain faithful to one another, forever.
• Warm your hearts with a brilliant sunset on a backcountry 4×4 Hummer Tour – https://www.moabadventurecenter.com/hummer-tour-sunset
• Combine two nights at the Marriott Springhill with catered camping on the banks of the Colorado River, a tour of Arches National Park, a red rock Hummer Safari and whitewater rafting on a Southwest Sampler package.
• Take flight on a Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Adventure
• New for 2023! Enjoy an Electric Dirt Bike Tour to a spectacular overlook – https://www.moabadventurecenter.com/electric-dirt-bike-tour-gemini-bridges
• Experience a unique perspective of Canyonlands on a Colorado River Jet Boat Dinner & Light Show – https://www.moabadventurecenter.com/canyonlands-by-night

Moab Adventure Center also recommends romantic lodging:

• Red Cliffs Lodge for accommodations right alongside the Colorado River: https://www.redcliffslodge.com/
• Moab Under Canvas, the ultimate in luxurious glamping: https://www.undercanvas.com/camps/moab/
• TripAdvisor’s Top Moab Lodging list: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotels-g60724-zff3-Moab_Utah-Hotels.html

And when it comes to wonderfully romantic places to dine, Moab has something for everyone. From the fine dining at Josie Wyatt’s Grille to the upscale dishes at Moab Bistro, to the spectacular views of the valley at Sunset Grill, to the quaint outdoor seating at Thai Bella, or even more casual options along Mainstreet. Moab Adventure Center suggests booking reservations after reviewing a list of all the top-rated restaurants in Moab.

When the night is still young and more romancing is called for, Moab Adventure Center refers clients to

• The Alley Sports Pub and Grill for live music: https://www.facebook.com/TheAlleySportsPubAndGrill/
• The Blu Pig: http://www.blupigbbq.com/
• Woody’s Tavern: https://www.facebook.com/woodystavernmoab/

Or drive a few minutes out of town into the Sandflats Recreation Area and watch for shooting stars in the quiet desert.

Ready to plan your next romantic escape?