Moab, Utah
Moab (/ˈmoʊ.æb/ ⓘ) is the largest city and county seat of Grand County in eastern Utah in the western United States, known for its dramatic scenery. The population was 5,366 at the 2020 census. Moab attracts many tourists annually, mostly visitors to the nearby Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. The town is a popular base for mountain bikers who ride the extensive network of trails including the Slickrock Trail, and for off-roaders who come for the annual Moab Jeep Safari.
Moab | |
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Downtown Moab, Utah | |
Location in Grand County and the state of Utah | |
| Coordinates: 38°34′21″N 109°32′59″W | |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Utah |
| County | Grand |
| Settled | 1878 |
| Incorporated | 1902 |
| Named for | Moab |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor/city council |
| • Mayor | Joette Langianese |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.80 sq mi (12.42 km2) |
| • Land | 4.80 sq mi (12.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,026 ft (1,227 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 5,366 |
| • Density | 1,117.92/sq mi (432.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP Code | 84532 |
| Area code | 435 |
| FIPS code | 49-50700 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1430389 |
| U.S. Routes | |
| Website | moabcity |
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