Roadtrip with RVshare Moab to Colorado Springs

If you want to travel through some of the most beautiful parts of Utah and Colorado, then a Moab to Colorado Springs road trip would be right up your alley. As you traverse the 420 miles between these two cities, you’ll be able to explore many gorgeous national and state parks. Everything from red rocks to the Rocky Mountains will be on display as you drive through a variety of cities and past multiple points of interest. The open road is calling, so it’s time to rent a camper, pack your suitcases, and take off on your Moab to Colorado Springs RV road trip. 

Nearby National Parks

Canyonlands National Park  

The Grand Canyon may not be on your road trip itinerary from Moab to Colorado Springs, but you can still get your fill of red rocks and gorgeous canyons at Canyonlands National Park. More than 520 square miles of parkland include dazzling deserts, tall spires, numerous canyons, and the intersection of the Colorado and Green Rivers. It’s one of two awesome national parks right outside of Moab, so you don’t even have to go far in order to explore this amazing natural landscape. 

Arches National Park  

Arches National Park is also right outside of Moab, so it’s conveniently located for exploration on your road trip from Moab to Colorado Springs. It’s named for the more than 2,000 sandstone arches that are spread out over the 100 square miles of the park. These arches are a photographer’s dream, so you won’t have to work hard to get some great pictures of formations like Delicate Arch and Double Arch. Trails abound, so you’ll be able to amble down an easy trail or hike on a more complicated one.

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park  

Before you leave Grand Junction in your rearview mirror, you’ll want to take a detour south to Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park. This rugged canyon is made of exposed black rock that’s been worn away by the Gunnison River, which flows through the park. Hiking and rock climbing are huge here as are fishing and kayaking. The remote nature of this national park makes it an outstanding venue for stargazing. If you visit in the winter, you’ll be able to go snowshoeing and skiing. 

Great Sand Dunes National Park  

When you think about sand dunes, the state of Colorado is likely not the first place that comes to mind. Nevertheless, Great Sand Dunes National Park is in Colorado and is only several hours off your route. At this park, you can savor the surreal experience of climbing on dunes that look like they’re straight out of classic desert scenery while looking at the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in the background. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of different environments to explore here; wetlands, deserts, mountains, conifer forests, alpine lakes, and more are spread out over more than 100,000 acres in this fascinating national park.

Rocky Mountain National Park  

Rocky Mountain National Park is only an hour and a half from Denver, so it’s close to the end of your road trip from Moab to Colorado Springs. The main attraction here is obviously the legendary Rocky Mountains, but there is much beauty to be found around these peaks as well. You’ll be able to walk all over these mountains and their surrounding environments thanks to over 300 miles of trails. Whether you want to take a summit trail to the top of a peak or a leisurely trail around a subalpine lake, you’ll be able to get your fill of mountain beauty at Rocky Mountain National Park.

Nearby State Parks

Dead Horse Point State Park  

Dead Horse Point State Park is right outside of Canyonlands National Park, so putting it on your road trip itinerary from Moab to Colorado Springs is only logical. Hiking and mountain biking are the favored activities here, but geocaching has also caught on in recent years.

Rifle Falls State Park  

Rifle Falls State Park is a stark contrast to Dead Horse Point and other places like it. Lush greenery, a cascading triple waterfall, and limestone caves ripe for exploration are the best attractions here. Hiking, hunting, fishing, mountain biking, and picnicking are all fun activities that you can do at this gorgeous state park north of Rifle, Colorado. 

Sylvan Lake State Park  

Sylvan Lake State Park lives up to its name since its centerpiece is the small, tranquil lake nestled in the midst of the Rocky Mountains. Visitors enjoy fishing and paddling on the lovely lake and exploring the park’s trails on foot, horseback, or bike. Ice fishing and ice skating are popular winter activities at Sylvan Lake State Park.

Chatfield State Park  

As you’re leaving the Denver area, you’ll be able to stop by Chatfield State Park. It’s located on the Chatfield Reservoir, so it’s a great place to go swimming, fishing, boating, sunbathing, and more. More than 26 miles of trails take you through part of the Platte River Valley; two popular trails are the Waterton Canyon Trail and the Goat Mountain Trail. 

Cheyenne Mountain State Park  

Cheyenne Mountain State Park is just south of Colorado Springs, so it will be one of the last items on your road trip itinerary from Moab to Colorado Springs. It features part of Cheyenne Mountain as well as some of the plains at its base, so there are multiple ecosystems to explore. Golden eagles, cougars, black bears, and more call this park home, so you’re likely to see some interesting wildlife while you’re hiking on the park’s 27 miles of trails.

Along the Way

Downtown Grand Junction  

If you want to experience the culture of Colorado’s Grand Valley, there’s no better place to do so than downtown Grand Junction. It’s set up to favor pedestrians, so you’ll be able to stroll past a variety of shops, restaurants, art galleries, and more. 

Glenwood Hot Springs Resort  

Up the road in Glenwood Springs is the Glenwood Hot Springs Resort. Their main attraction is the largest hot springs pool in the world, but they also have a spa, an athletic club, and a boutique on the premises. 

Georgetown Loop Railroad  

All aboard the Silver Plume Express for a gorgeous trip on the Georgetown Loop Railroad about 45 miles west of Denver. A 3-mile tour takes you between two historic mining towns that have many preserved buildings left over from the Gold Rush. You can also tour several mines and even go panning for gold here. 

Hidee Gold Mine  

If panning for gold at Georgetown has given you a case of gold fever, then you can satisfy your thirst for mining at the Hidee Gold Mine in Central City. At this lovely attraction, you can mine for gold using a pickax and chisel and then learn more about the history of the area. 

City Park  

You could spend days on end exploring the Denver area during your Moab to Colorado Springs road trip; a good place to start is City Park. This park close to the heart of Denver includes the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Ferril Lake, Duck Lake, and the City Park Golf Course.

Main Cities You Will Pass Through

Grand Junction  

Grand Junction is the confluence of multiple popular roads and rivers in the western part of Colorado. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of dump stations and campgrounds to cater to those who want to explore places like the Colorado National Monument and McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.

Vail

If you enjoy skiing, then your road trip from Moab to Colorado Springs won’t be complete without stopping by this skiing mecca. There’s more to this area than the slopes, however; you can visit great places like the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and the Colorado Snowsports Museum and Hall of Fame. 

Frisco  

The town of Frisco is nestled on Frisco Bay off Dillon Reservoir. There are plenty of Colorado dump stations in the area, so you can tend to your camper before visiting locations like Frisco Adventure Park and Frisco Historic Park and Museum.

Denver  

Denver is the capital of Colorado and is full of attractions for you to explore. It’s also full of dump stations and campgrounds for you to use during your exploration. Places to go include the Denver Botanic Gardens and Denver Art Museum.

Centennial  

Leaving the Denver area, you’ll go through Centennial. There are multiple dump stations and campgrounds for your convenience. Attractions include Centennial Center Park and SNOBAHN.

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Renting an RV is a convenient way to experience the joys of traveling by trailer without having to own a camper. If you want to rent an RV in Moab or Colorado Springs, then you can easily find what you’re looking for at RVshare. For the way back, see the trip from Colorado Springs to Moab!