11 days in Fruita, Moab & Hanksville Itinerary

The City of Fruita is a Home Rule Municipality located in western Mesa County, Colorado, United States. Kick off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): take in breathtaking views at Colorado National Monument and then learn more about the world around you at Museum of Western Colorado: Dinosaur Journey.

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Glenwood Springs to Fruita is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. While traveling from Glenwood Springs, expect warmer days and a bit warmer nights in Fruita, ranging from highs of 89°F to lows of 61°F. You'll have a few hours on the 24th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Moab.

The gateway to Utah's popular canyon country, Moab sits engulfed in the middle of desert wilderness.

You've added Double O Arch, Pine Tree Arch, Tunnel Arch, and other attractions to your itinerary. Get out of town with these interesting Moab side-trips: Arches National Park (Windows, Delicate Arch, & more). There's more to do: explore the striking landscape at Double Arch and tour the pleasant surroundings at Balanced Rock Trail.

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Drive from Fruita to Moab in 2 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 92°F, and evening lows to 63°F. On the 1st (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Hanksville.

Hanksville is a small town in Wayne County, Utah, United States, at the junction of State Routes 24 and 95. You've now added Goblin Valley State Park to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 1st (Tue): admire the majestic nature at Goblin Valley State Park and then explore the stunning scenery at Little Wild Horse Canyon.

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You can drive from Moab to Hanksville in 2 hours. In September in Hanksville, expect temperatures between 84°F during the day and 55°F at night. You'll have a few hours on the 2nd (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling home.