The BLM’s final travel management plan for the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area designates 1,355 miles for motorized use. The BLM says that it reopens roughly 240 miles and adds an additional 67 miles of designated routes compared to current management. However, OHV groups say that the plan closes 665 miles of historic routes and vowed to challenge.
The newly passed EXPLORE Act simplifies filming rules in national parks as well as introducing changes in how recreation on federal land is managed.
A significant sediment slump has formed a new rapid in Cataract Canyon, transforming the Colorado River. Discover the latest updates on this evolving river feature.
BASE jumpers emphasize community connection and skill-building at annual event
Tristan Ridley has seen most of the world on a bike – now he’s tackling a new Utah route
Local bird experts emphasize the importance of spring raptor closures around Moab, where biologists monitor nesting birds of prey to ensure safe seasonal protection for these sensitive species.
Moab Sun News reader Kelsey Koprowski sent in these snaps of an American White Pelican at Ken’s Lake, south of Moab.
Meet Lena Pace, the New Superintendent of Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
Partway through a busy fire season, and over half of Utah’s wildfires have been started by humans
In a July 22 press release, the Grand County Sherrif’s Office reported that human remains have been found in Millcreek Canyon. Last month, a visiting couple disappeared in the same area after flash…
In high school, Brendan Moore studied lichen with local scientists, now he’s studying meteorology at a university
Popular local mountain bike trail faced extensive damage from flooding
A violent storm on June 21 dumped over an inch of rain in just 15 minutes in some areas of Moab, according to Grand County Emergency Management Director Cora Phillips.
Local organizations are teaming up to create a fire-resilient creek corridor
Local authorities emphasize the importance of personal flotation devices for safety
After receiving the Leave No Trace Gold Designation, the Grand County Trail Ambassador Program shows no signs of slowing down
