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Beginner Guide

Beginner Hiking Trails in Moab, San Juan County, Utah

New to hiking in this city? We filtered the 60 mapped trails in Moab, San Juan County, Utah down to those rated easy — capped at six miles for the routes with a mapped distance — 60 trails that prioritize a good first experience over mileage or elevation.

Beginner Guide for San Juan County

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best beginner hiking trail in Moab, San Juan County, Utah?

ADT - Utah - R - Seg 2 is our top beginner pick in Moab, San Juan County, Utah — easy difficulty at 0.1 miles, short and gentle enough for a first hike. 59 more beginner-friendly options are listed below.

What makes a trail beginner-friendly?

Easy OpenStreetMap difficulty classification (gentle terrain, well-marked, no technical sections) combined with a shorter distance — long enough to feel like a real hike, short enough to finish comfortably without prior conditioning.

Is hiking in Moab, San Juan County, Utah good for beginners?

Yes — with 60 mapped easy, short trails, Moab, San Juan County, Utah has more beginner-friendly options than a lot of areas get credit for.

How many beginner-friendly trails are there in Moab, San Juan County, Utah?

60 of Moab, San Juan County, Utah's 60 mapped trails are rated easy difficulty and six miles or under — see the full list below.