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Manti - La Sal National Forest
Forest Ranger, 599 W. Price River Dr., Price, UT 84501; (435) 637-2817;
Forest Website;
The 1,413,111-acre Manti-La Sal National Forest is located in southeastern Utah.
It is managed for multiple uses such as range, timber, minerals, water, wildlife, and recreation.
The forest is divided into three land areas: the Manti Division, the La Sal Division at Moab, and the La Sal Division at Monticello.
Manti Division
Part of the remnant Wasatch Plateau (5,000 to 10,000 foot elevation) exhibiting high elevation lakes,
diverse vegetation, near vertical escarpments, and areas of scenic and geologic interest.
La Sal Division-Moab
Contains mountain peaks (12,000 foot elevation), canyons, and forest add climatic and scenic contrast
to the hot red-rock landscape of Arches (5,000 foot elevation) and Canyonlands National Parks.
La Sal Division-Monticello
This area offers timbered slopes to provide a welcome middle ground and background contrast
to the sand and heat of Canyonlands National Park, Natural Bridges National Monument, and the surrounding desert.
Pictographs, petroglyphs, and stone dwellings are evidence of past civilizations.
Dark Canyon Wilderness Area
This Wilderness Area and also the adjacent BLM Dark Canyon Primitive Area in Southeastern
Utah is a unique and colorful canyon system. Dark Canyon begins on Elk Ridge at an elevation of 8800 feet.
The canyon cuts through sandstone and limestone descending to the upper reaches of Lake Powell at an elevation of 3700 feet.
Forest Recreational Activities
- Spring Wildflowers -
- Tree Autumn Color Change -
- Wintersports -
- Huntington and Eccles Canyons National Scenic Byway - Sightseeing driving tour also called the Energy Loop
- Skyline Drive Scenic Backway - Sightseeing tour
- Mayfield-Ferron Scenic Backway - Sightseeing tour
- La Sal Mountain Loop Road Scenic Backway - Sightseeing Tour
- Abajo Loop Scenic Backway - Sightseeing Tour
- Elk Ridge Scenic Backway - Sightseeing Tour
- Arapeen OHV Trail System - Off-highway vehicle adventures
- Campgrounds -
- Hiking and Horseback trails -
- Biking Trails -
- Hunting and Fishing -
- Boating - Mountain Lakes
More September Festivals
 Arapeen ATV Jamboree - Labor Day Weekend -
- Come and Ride Utah's beautiful MantI-Lasal National Forest on the Arapeen Trail and the scenic San Rafael Swell.
Southern Utah Civic Services
Southern Utah Business Guide - Weblinks to major local businesses, local employment directories, realtors and home improvement services.
Southern Utah Real Estate Guide - Weblinks to major local realtors, property developers and home improvement services.
Southern Utah Community Services Guide
- Party planners, wedding services, Transit, city offices, civic organizations and youth sports and scouting groups.
Southern Utah School Guide - Secondary and Higher Education
Southern Utah Street Talk - News and articles on local political action campaigns. Voice your opinion on key issues.
Southern Utah Church Guide - Faith-based Organizations
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Southern Utah Best Western - Online Directory
MainTour Online Rates Special!
Complete listing of all 24 Southern Utah Best Westerns!
Follow this link to see a listing of all major Best Western Hotel Resorts in the
greater Southern Utah region complete with online room search, special discount rates
and online reservation booking service.
Moab Sorrel River Ranch Resort
Luxury waterfront accommodations on the Colorado River featuring, jetted tubs, fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, custom log beds;
Restaurant and cocktail lounge, outdoor pool, two large hot tubs, fitness center, aerobic studio, basketball, volleyball & meeting facilities.
This exclusive 240 acre working ranch is nestlet between the Colorado River and famous red rock buttes. Abundant wildlife share this romantic setting.
Moab Holiday Inn Express
1653 Hwy 191 North, Moab, UT 84532 US
Hotel amenities include complimentary breakfast, indoor pools, on-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities and high speed Internet access.
All rooms include complimentary local calls, TVs, iron and ironing boards, coffeemakers, hairdryers and phone with voice mail.
Moab Canyonlands Inn Best Western
16 South Main Street, Moab, UT, 84532
Find beautiful surroundings and comfortable accommodations with well-maintained and tastefully decorated guestrooms.
Relax in our year round heated pool and hot tub or work out in our exercise facility. Enjoy fine Italian cuisine located within 500 feet at Pasta Jay's Restaurant.
Located at Center and Main you will be surrounded by novelty shops, restaurants and entertainment in the very heart of Canyon Country, in downtown Moab, Utah.
Moab Greenwell Best Western Inn
105 South Main Street, Moab, UT, 84532
Centrally located in the heart of downtown Moab and next to the Mill Creek Parkway, the Best Western Greenwell Inn is surrounded by shops, galleries,
museums, restaurants and adventure companies. We are within minutes of Arches National Park and the Colorado River.
Our guests arrive to a roaring waterfall, a spacious and bright lobby and our friendly professional service.
The hotel offers large attractive rooms with separate vanity area, coffee/tea maker, refrigerator and table and chairs to enhance your stay.
Monticello Best Western Wayside Motor Inn
197 East Central, Monticello, UT, 84535
Features spacious beautiful rooms with in room coffee, hairdryers and cable television with free HBOŽ. All rooms include free deluxe continental breakfast.
Also, available for your enjoyment is a heated outdoor pool and spa and jeep rentals. Monticello is quiet and cooler at 7,050 feet elevation situated at the base
of the beautiful Blue Mountain that includes Aspen trees, scenic walks, abundant wildlife and several nearby lakes for your enjoyment.
Monticello Days Inn
549 N Main St, Monticello, UT, 84535
This AAA Three-Diamond Days Inn is located approximately 40 miles from Canyonlands Field Airport and 45 miles from Canyonlands National Park.
Guests of Days Inn can enjoy the seasonal indoor pool and spa, daily free breakfast, and adjacent convenience store. All rooms have hairdryers and cable TV.
Moab Sorrel River Ranch Resort
Luxury waterfront accommodations on the Colorado River featuring, jetted tubs, fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, custom log beds;
Restaurant and cocktail lounge, outdoor pool, two large hot tubs, fitness center, aerobic studio, basketball, volleyball & meeting facilities.
This exclusive 240 acre working ranch is nestlet between the Colorado River and famous red rock buttes. Abundant wildlife share this romantic setting.
Moab Rustic Inn Motel
120 East 100 South, Moab, UT, 84532
34 Unit Two Story Motel, Located One Block East of Main Street. We Are Built in a Courtyard
Setting With Only Limited Driveway Access To the Street. We Are
Located Only One Block from the Downtown Shopping Area.
Moab River Canyon Lodge
71 West 200 North, Moab, UT, 84532
Swimming Pool, and Sundeck On-Site. Many Restaurants To Chose from Nearby.
80 Rooms With Coffee Maker and Fridge. Family Plan:
Up To 2 Adults and 2 Children Sharing Using Existing Bedding Use Dbl Room.
Saint George Holiday Inn
Relax in the Holidome indoor recreation center featuring an indoor/outdoor swimming pool and spa.
The Holiday InnŽ St. George is the area`s finest full service hotel and convention center featuring 164 guest rooms with many guest amenities.
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