All Trips > Utah > Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend Choose Your Dates AT A GLANCE Utah 10 Explorer Chicks Shared House Hiking, National Park, US-Based, Weekend 4 Days 3 - Active Physical demand level for this trip Moab Booty Buster Photos Itinerary Logistics Activity Level What's Included Choose Your Dates Share Moab Booty Buster Bust your booty on the best trails in Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. We squeeze a week of activity into a long weekend on this 4 day women’s hiking trip to Moab, Utah. Your weekend has been carefully curated and “in the field” tested by your Explorer Chick team! We’ve spent YEARS playing in this outdoor mecca in the desert. You’ll squeeze in some serious ground over the course of a long weekend working on those hiker booty gains. Explore six arches in one hiking trail to discover the namesake of Arches National Park. Witness the power of wind as you trek among iconic red rock formations where over 2,000 arches have been documented. Descend down layers of red, pink, brown, and white sandstone to enjoy a well-earned lunch on the White Rim of the Colorado River. Wander through red rock slot canyons, among sandstone hoodoos, and across wind-eroded plains in the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park. Feel like you’re on a desert planet as you admire the vast and desolately beautiful landscapes. Catch an unforgettable sunrise at Deadhorse Point State Park as you sip your coffee and munch on your breakfast. Next, gear up and hit the trail in Canyonlands to conquer the steepest trail in the park. (You’ve got this!) You better believe we wouldn’t let you miss this! Your reward after a brief hike? One of the most famous geological structures in the world. Gaze in awe at some of Mama Nature’s best work before taking your turn to pose in the photo op sweet spot. Every day, expect to be challenged by a new trail, and a new horizon, and new friends. Your thighs will sing every day as you walk a new hiking trail, admire a new desert horizon, and conquer a new national park! Your heart will swoon every night as you kick off your dusty hiking boots, share bad jokes, and enjoy fresh-made meals in the Explorer Chick lodging. We’ll enjoy the occasional meal out and even squeeze in some time for you to meander and shop in the funky town of Moab. Your weekend of epic Moab hikes begins with an easy rendezvous at a Salt Lake City airport hotel—we take care of all the transportation from there! (Phew, did we mention this is all going down in four days?!) Photos Itinerary Expand All Days Day 1 - Arches National Park Your day begins at 8:00am at our Rendezvous Hotel located in Salt Lake City, UT. Be sure to eat a hearty breakfast before meeting up with the group. You’ll be greeted by your Explorer Chick Guides in the morning with an official orientation to follow. We’ll then hop into our Explorer Chick Private Transport for our 4 hour transfer to Moab and the surrounding National Parks. We won’t waste any time today as throw on our daypacks and hit the trails in Arches National Park. You’ll wander your way between red sandstone walls and up massive rock formations seeking out the some of the 2,000 arches in Arches National Park. You’ll look up in awe at the longest arch in the United States, stand under picture perfect arches eroded through time by wind, and soak in your first taste of the Utah Desert Sun. We’ll unpack at our Explorer Chick House for the next 4 days with views of the rocky mesas and red desert right out our windows. Distance: 5 miles Elevation Gain: 1,069’ Time: 3 – 3.5 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: L-D Day 2 - Canyonlands National Park: Needles District After a hearty breakfast, we’ll lace up our hiking boots and begin our weekend of Moab hikes by exploring one of Explorer Chick’s favorite trails in Canyonlands National Park. (Hint: You won’t find it listed as a “best” online!) We’ll navigate portions of desert slick rock where the trail is only marked by scattered cairns. We’ll hike among towering sandstone pillars that jut straight out of the ground. We’ll squeeze through a labyrinth of narrow slot canyons to view desert landscapes that seem to belong on a different planet. We’ll bask in the sun while eating our trail lunch with panoramic views. Along the trail keep your eyes peeled for hidden caves, lizards, pre-historic fossils, and your desert glamour shot. On the way back to our Explorer Chick House, we’ll make a stop at one of the best preserved petroglyph sites in Utah. Hundreds of petroglyphs puzzle historians as they attempt to decipher stories from centuries ago. Distance: 11.6 miles Elevation Gain: 1,935′ Time: 6-7 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: B-L-D Day 3 - Deadhorse and Canyonlands: Island in the Sky We’ll have an extra early morning today, but it’ll be worth it as you view the sunrise from the edge of Dead Horse Point State Park. Munch on your breakfast and sip your coffee as the sun paints her colors across the sky. After an unforgettable sunrise, we’ll head over to Canyonlands National Park to tackle the steepest trail in the park. We’ll descend over 1,500 feet in 2.7 miles to the canyon plateau below where we’ll be greeted by the best lunch spot in the park. Chances are, we’ll be the only ones around. A challenging hike back to the canyon rim will take us up the switchbacks along the cliffside working those calves and earning our dinner! After a triumphant finish, we’ll hop back in our van and stop at the best vista viewpoints that the park has to offer. Sweaty, dirty, glamour shots are the best proof of a day well-spent! Hiking Distance: 4.8 miles Elevation Gain: 1,548′ Time: 4-5 hours Accommodation: Explorer Chick House Meals: B-L-D Day 4 - Delicate Arch Hike We’re saving the most iconic hike for last – Delicate Arch. This picturesque formation has graced Utah license plates since 1996, the Olympic Relay Torch passed under it in 2002, and now you will have the opportunity to stand under the prominent Delicate Arch to snap your glamor shot. After our final hike, we’ll pack up and say goodbye to the desert as we drive the 4 hours back to Salt Lake City. The memories and red desert dirt on your hiking boots will stay with you for months after you return home. Plan evening flight departures after 7pm. Hiking Distance: 2.9 miles Elevation Gain: 600′ Time: 1.5 hours Meals: B-L Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, availability, or other unforeseen incidents. Explorer Chick is an approved and permitted Commercial Operator for Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Logistics Arrival Airport City: Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) Pick Up Location: Rendezvous Hotel Meeting Time: 8am on Day 1 Departure Airport City: Salt Lake City, Utah (SLC) Drop Off Location: Rendezvous Hotel Return Time: 4pm. Fly out after 7pm on Day 4 You will receive a Travel Guide with all the rendezvous hotel, packing, and additional information you’ll need to prepare for your epic trip. We require a minimum of 5 Explorer Chicks for this trip. Please confirm your trip is guaranteed before booking airfare. Activity Level Rated 3 – ACTIVE This trip is rated Active because of the length and frequency of hiking for all 4 days as detailed below. Daily Hikes: Day 1: Devils Garden. 5 miles. 300’Gain. Sand and light scrambling. Day 2: Chesler Park/Joint Trail. 11.6 miles. 1,935’ gain. Day 3: Gooseberry. 4.2 miles. 1,500′ gain. Steep. Challenging if fear of heights. Day 4: Delicate Arch. 2.9 miles. 900′ gain. Please consider your ability to meet the physical demands very seriously. It is for the safety of both you and our group. All Explorer Chicks will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Physical Demands as part of their waiver upon booking. Read more about our Activity Levels. What's Included Lodging 4 days/3 nights in a shared house near Moab, UT. Shared 2 Explorer Chicks per room. Each Explorer Chick will have her own king, queen, double, twin, or bunk bed. Beds selected at random. Equipped with laundry machines. Activities Entrance and commercial permit fees to all National Parks and public lands All activities as outlined in the itinerary Meals All meals as indicated in itinerary: B-3, L-4, D-3 Gratuities for included meals. Practical Professional leadership team with 2 Explorer Chick Guides A detailed Travel Guide with everything you need to know for your trip The freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! Not Included Rendezvous or Departure hotels Airfare Airport Transportation Alcoholic beverages Travel Insurance Meals exclusive of itineraries Costs for additional activities Gratuity for your Explorer Chick Guides Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your tour director as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, or other unforeseen incidents. More from Moab 8 Explorer Chicks just returned from an unforgettable Moab adventure!😜They ditched adulting for four days to soak up the desert sun, marvel at breathtaking red rock vistas, and enjoy the sweet, sweet luxury of having EVERYTHING sorted!🥾They hiked their hearts out! From Arches National Park, where they explored the majestic Landscape Arch and iconic Delicate Arch, to Canyonlands’, where they braved the challenging Gooseberry Trail and reveled in the rewarding Chesler Park hike.😍This trip was pure bliss! They were treated to gourmet breakfasts while watching the sunrise at Deadhorse Point State Park (talk about a way to start the day!), had breathtaking surprise stargazing sessions, and forged deep connections with a girl gang they never knew they needed.🧡 They returned from Moab rejuvenated, connected, and bursting with desert wanderlust. Ready to take on the world anew, fueled by the magic of adventure and sisterhood.Ready for an adventure that fills your cup up? We have room for you on our Moab trips this spring:🗓May 2 - 5🗓May 30 - June 2🔗Link in bio to save your spot!#Moab #ExplorerChickMoab #ExplorerChick #EasydoesntChangeYou #ArchesNationalPark #Canyonlands #Womenover40 #solofemaletravel Open 💭Ever scroll through Instagram and see amazing women on epic adventures, and a tiny voice whispers, “Maybe someday?”This 4 day Moab and Arches National Parks Hiking Weekend is the perfect adventure to get started.🥾You’ll hike the best trails in Arches National Park, with supportive guides by your side. Think towering red rocks, standing under the iconic Delicate Arch, and new besties cheering you on. 😍Forget crowded tourist spots! You’re venturing into the Needles District of Canyonlands National Park to explore rock scrambles and slot canyons that’ll make you feel like a real explorer. 🍳Ditch those sad desk lunches! Your awesome Explorer Chick guides will whip up gourmet breakfasts and lunches to keep you energized for epic hikes. 🌅Sunrises That Steal Your Breath Away: Hot coffee in hand, you witness the sunrise at Deadhorse State Park as the sky explodes with a million colors. This is a memory you’ll cherish forever.✅A 100% Stress-Free Escape! You just show up, lace up your boots, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure.Ready to stop waiting for “someday” to turn your dream into a reality?💬Comment “Moab” and I’ll send you the trip deets!🗓May 2 - 5🗓May 30 - June 2🗓Sept 26 - 29🗓Oct 3-6🗓Oct 31 - Nov 3🗓Nov (7-10), (14-17), (21-24)🗓Dec 29 - Jan 1#ExplorerChickMoab #Moab #ArchesNationalPark #Canyonlands #hikingtrip #Solofemaletravel #ExplorerChick Open “You don’t have to lift a finger, just your feet.” - Explorer Chick Monika💗This trip is all about you.When was the last time someone else took care of YOU?Your expert guides will cater to your every need and even throw in some sneaky surprises along the way.🎁✋No planning, cooking, organizing excursions, or even driving for you. We got you covered, sis! “I explored Arches and Canyonlands National Parks solo with 6 other women and two fabulous guides, Katie and Kayla. I felt immediately comfortable with our group and found it very rewarding and retreat like. We hiked, we karaoke, we laughed, and we did the challenging things; it was so worth it.This company makes great lady adventures, you will not regret this trip. Loved it!” - MonikaJoin the fun in Moab:🗓May 2 - 4🗓May 30 - June 2🗓Oct 31 - Nov 3🗓Nov (7-10) (14 - 17) (21 - 24)🗓Dec 29 - Jan 1🔗Link in bio to save your spot#ExplorerChickMoab #Womentraveling #Arches #Canyonlands #solotravel #hikinggroup Open 📣There’s still room for you to join our Moab adventure from February 29 to March 3.🥾Explore Arches National Park😍Hike your way through Canyonlands National Park🛍Soak up the charm of Moab’s quaint town☀️Sunrise breakfast at Dead Horse State Park🏠Cozy condo with a relaxing hot tub✅Meals, park fees, and transportation while on tour are included!✈️And the best part? No need to stress about planning or details. Just pack your bag and meet us in Salt Lake City.💬Comment “Moab,” and I’ll send you all the trip info!#Explorerchickmoab #Explorerchick #Easydoesntchangeyou #beautahful #moabutah #utahhiking #utahoutdoors Open 🤔 So what exactly is a Slot Canyon?👉They’re narrow, towering canyons, taller and deeper than they are wide. Over time, rushing water and flash floods carve narrow, winding passages through soft rock, often sandstone.😬 Are they safe? Yes! With proper prep, gear, knowledge, and guides. Always check the local weather and flash flood risks before entering.🥾 Slots are a blast to navigate! Crawl, rappel, and slide through a maze of rock passages.😍 Slot canyons are a visual masterpiece! Light streams down, dancing in vibrant hues on the striped rock walls. Mesmerizing patterns unveil a breathtaking canvas of colors. (Perfect photogenic backgrounds for your new profile pic! 📸)Discover the magic of slot canyons on these trips:⭐️ Moab Hiking & National Parks: Explore a slot canyon in Canyonlands⭐️ Moab Multisport: Rappel down a thrilling slot canyon⭐️ Zion & Bryce Hiking & Glamping: Descend a slot canyon and hike the Narrows⭐️ Utah National Parks Road Trip: Traverse some of the narrowest & most amazing canyons in the world!⭐️ Jordan: Climb waterfalls in a slot canyon that leads to the Dead Sea!💬 Have you explored a slot canyon? Share it in the comments!#Explorerchick #Slotcanyon #Explorerchickutah #beautahful #utahhiking #ExplorerChickMoab #Explorerchickzion Open “💗The best part of the trip was not having to worry about any of the logistics and just focusing on having fun.Every day was incredibly organized and packed with adventure. Our guides were knowledgeable, fun, and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable, well hydrated and well fed. They were also incredibly supportive for all skill levels, giving different options and levels of adventure so everyone would have a great experience.Explorer Chick was a great way to go on a travel adventure with other strong women.” - Explorer Chick Shaina🙌A carefree adventure where you don’t have to worry bout a thang? We’re all in!Come join the fun this spring in Moab. ✈️Just land in Salt Lake City, and we’ll take it from there!🗓Feb 29 - March 3🗓March 7 - 10🗓April (11 - 14) (18 - 21)💬Comment Moab below and I’ll send you all the deets!#ExplorerChickMoab #Solotravel #ExplorerChick #ArchesNationalPark #Hikingtrip #Girlstrip #Moab Open 🤩 This could be you… gawking at the jaw dropping beauty of Moab next month with your new best friends🤗 🗓️ We’ve got TWO spots for Nov (9-12)🎉Or ring in the new year with us Dec 29-Jan 1.🔗 in bio!#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #HikingTips #PositiveMindset #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #explorerchickmoab #beautahful #archesnationalpark #canyonlandsnationalpark Open 🚨 THIS AREA has the most arches in the US👇📍Moab, Utah! Arches National Park has over 2,000 cataloged arches!But what`s super impressive? In order for these stunning sandstone arches to form, super-specific conditions must align.3⃣ key ingredients are needed for these geological wonders: The right kind of rock layers, cracks running in parallel lines making fins, then add in JUST the right amount of rain to start eroding those holes!.... Annnd no earthquakes 😂.📏The smallest arches are officially counted when they are 3 ft wide, and the largest arch in the park clocks in at 306 ft wide (Landscape Arch is the 4th largest geological arch in the WORLD!)🥾 We`ve got room for you to join us in Moab! Let`s hike Arches and Canyonlands NP, hunting down ALL the picturesque arches on the Activity Level 3 adventure!🗓 Oct (19-22) 2 SPOTS LEFT🗓 Nov (9-12) 5 SPOTS LEFT🗓 Dec (29) - Jan (1) 3 SPOTS LEFT#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #geology #beautahful #archesnationalpark #explorerchickmoab #desertlife #moab Open Make sure that for every sunrise you pull for work, you set aside time for one like THIS. And we’ll bring the hot coffee. ☕️ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #WomenSupportingWomen #HikingTips #PositiveMindset #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #sunrise #earlymorning #explorerchickmoab #moab #beautahful #deadhorsepointstatepark Open WHAT TO EXPECT when you sign up solo:⏰ Sure, the first 20 minutes might feel a lil awkward with learning (and then forgetting) everyone`s names and settling in. But just give it an hour and BOOM! You`ll be laughing, bonding, and feeling like lifelong friends fast, we promise.💁♀️ Take it from Explorer Chick Kim, who just rolled solo to Moab for four days of hiking through Arches and Canyonlands: 👇⭐️ "I just went on my first solo hiking trip ever, and I`d do it again and again. It was the trip of a LIFETIME in Moab with Mary & Kayla as the guides. Because of this trip, I am forever changed!" ⭐️❤️ Drop a heart in the comments if you`ve ever traveled solo! 👇#ExplorerChick #WomenWhoTravel #AmongTheWild #IdHikeThat #WanderWomen #AdventureTravel #OutdoorWomen #EasyDoesntChangeYou #WomenWhoHike #WomenTravelingTogether #WildernessExplorer #WeAreExplorerChick #HikingCulture #HikeLikeAWomen #SheIsNotLost #WomenWhoExplore #WeAreNature #PositiveMindset #OutdoorTherapy #NatureTherapy #BucketListTrip #BucketListTravel #delicatearch #moab #findyourpark #archesnationalpark #canyonlands #explorerchickmoab Open Load More In Her Words Dawn Julian M. ★★★★★ I just got back from the Moab/Arches trip, and wow, what a fantastic adventure! Kayla and Jess were incredible, making every moment super enjoyable. It was such a treat to just relax and soak in the experience without worrying about the details. I’m definitely booking with Explorer Chick again!Julie M. ★★★★★ First Explorer Chick trip to Moab and Arches. Our guide Christina was wonderful. She was very familiar with the area and was able to switch the days of certain hikes to accommodate weather delays at the start. The trip included a great group of women which made it even more enjoyable. Trekking poles were really useful for our long hike in the Needles district. Our guide had a few extras for those that didn’t bring them. I was able to get laundry done on the third day, so I could have packed less clothes.Jennifer L. ★★★★★ Just finished an amazing trip to Moab and Arches with Christina and an awesome group of 9 other women. This was my first trip solo and all the women were so supportive of each other. We went places I could never have the courage to do alone. Everything was so well planned and Christina was so great at changing itinerary on the fly when weather got in the way. Will definitely be booking another trip soon.Kaylee M. ★★★★★ This was my first solo trip and it was an unforgettable experience. Our guides Katie and Nicole had everything planned to a T. The views were amazing and the group of women made it a trip with endless laughter. If you’re debating going on a solo trip, look no further. Moab and Arches Hiking WeekendSherri T. ★★★★★ Katie and Nicole were instrumental in making the Moab trip beyond fantastic! I look forward to the next adventure!Patty K. ★★★★★ Moab hike with Nicole and Katie was incredible. From start to finish, enjoyed it all. Their expertise on the trails provided us a once in a lifetime experience. Not to mention the meals! So great!They treated us with the kindness of old friends. Appreciate everything they did to make this trip unforgettable!Nicole Y. ★★★★★ Just returned from Moab/Arches trip…WOW-WOW-WOW!!! Amazing group of women! My cheeks hurt (from laughter) more than my legs and feet hurt from hiking!!! Katie & Nicole: Best. Guides. Ever!!! No doubt I’ll be signing up for many more Explorer Chick trips SOON!!!Terri D. ★★★★★ I recently embarked on an unforgettable adventure with a group of incredible women in Moab, Utah, 5-8 Oct. Our all-women's hiking trip was not only empowering but also incredibly rewarding. The challenging hikes pushed our limits, but the feeling of accomplishment at the end was worth every step. The stunning landscapes of Moab served as a breathtaking backdrop to our journey. The guides were knowledgeable, supportive, and fostered a sense of camaraderie among us. If you're seeking an adventure that combines the thrill of hiking with the empowerment of an all-women's group, this is the perfect choice. Highly recommend!"Kathleen S. ★★★★★ I cannot say enough amazing things about this company and the work they put into planning these trips! I've had the pleasure of taking my third trip with EC and cannot wait to plan again. Moab was literally STUNNING! The views, the hikes, the meals and the guides, Christina and Erin, were nothing short of amazing. My only advice if you are on the fence.... BOOK THE TRIP!!!Kim M. ★★★★★ Just experienced the trip of a lifetime!!! Moab hiking trip with Mary & Kayla was so spectacular! It was my first hiking trip ever and did it solo. I would do it again and again. Now planning my next hiking adventure with EC. Love my new adventure friends and all the things that this trip taught me. Thank you Explorer Chicks… I’m Forever Changed! ❤️🙌👊🏻🤗💕Kristen S. ★★★★★ Highly recommend if you love adventuring with like minded women! Our guides, Kirstie and Lauren, were phenomenal!! They were super accommodating, friendly, supportive, and just a blast to be around. They made hiking enjoyable and I felt safe the whole time. We never went hungry, they fed us yummy food, and the condo was perfect for our group. My first Moab trip was amazing thanks to these ladies and my group!Samantha O. ★★★★★ I just spent the weekend in Moab hiking Arches and Canyonlands National Park and had an AMAZING time with this group of women!! Our guides Erin and Anna went above and beyond to make this trip unforgettable. I highly recommend booking a trip with Explorer Chicks!! Let's Do This Starting from $2199 Book Now Save $200 with our Early Bird Discounts! Just book at least 6 Months in Advance. Discount is automatically applied. Non-Refundable Deposit: $200 due at booking to secure your spot Book with Confidence Your wanderlust doesn’t have to wait. Our payment plans make booking your dream trip easier than ever. The best part? Zero additional fees. Payment Plans We want nothing more than for you join us. However, we understand emergencies do occur that may cause you to cancel your reservation. Cancellation Policy To protect your travel investment and your hide, we recommend purchasing travel insurance. 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