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Rockies to Red Rocks 7D

From alpine peaks to neon lights, this is the definitive road trip through the American West's heart.

7days
21stops
DAY01

Denver → Glenwood Springs

Overnight in Glenwood Springs
  1. 09:00
    Denver· start
  3. 10:00
    Red Rocks Park
  5. 13:00
    Vail Village
  7. 17:00
    Glenwood Springs· overnight
Mountain Fuel
  • Slope & Hatch · Killer tacos and hot dogs in Glenwood. The 'Al Pastor' is a game-changer.
  • Casey's Brewing · World-class sour beers right by the river. Perfect for a post-drive chill.
Daily Budget
Hot Springs Entry
$40
Gas
$35
DAY02

Glenwood Springs → Moab

Overnight in Moab
  1. 08:30
    Glenwood Springs· start
  3. 10:30
    Colorado National Monument
  5. 16:30
    Delicate Arch
  7. 20:00
    Moab· overnight
Moab Eats
  • Milt's Stop & Eat · Old school Moab burger joint. The buffalo burger and malts are legendary.
  • Moab Brewery · Local spot for a Dead Horse Amber and some heavy nachos.
Moab Budget
National Parks Pass
$80
Lodging
$180
DAY03

Moab → Dead Horse Point

Overnight in Moab
  1. 05:30
    Moab· start
  3. 06:30
    Mesa Arch
  5. 11:00
    Dead Horse Point
  7. 16:00
    Moab· overnight
Local Favorites
  • Quesadilla Mobilla · Gourmet quesadillas from a food truck. The 'Enchanted' is spicy perfection.
  • Antica Forma · Surprisingly legit wood-fired pizza in the middle of the desert.
Daily Spend
State Park Fee
$20
Dinner
$50
DAY04

Moab → Torrey

Overnight in Torrey
  1. 09:00
    Moab· start
  3. 11:00
    Goblin Valley
  5. 14:30
    Hickman Bridge
  7. 17:30
    Torrey· overnight
Park Treats
  • Gifford House · Fresh fruit pies in the middle of the park. Get there early before they sell out!
  • Capitol Reef Inn · Solid, honest trout and steaks in Torrey.
Today's Budget
Pie & Coffee
$15
Gas
$40
DAY05

Torrey → Bryce Canyon City

Overnight in Bryce Canyon City
  1. 09:00
    Torrey· start
  3. 11:00
    The Hogback
  5. 15:30
    Inspiration Point
  7. 18:00
    Bryce Canyon City· overnight
Roadside Gems
  • Kiva Coffeehouse · Incredible views with your caffeine. The pastries are top-tier.
  • Hell's Backbone Grill · Award-winning farm-to-table in Boulder. Totally worth the splurge.
Daily Budget
Lunch
$30
Lodging
$200
DAY06

Bryce Canyon → Springdale

Overnight in Springdale
  1. 07:00
    Bryce Canyon· start
  3. 11:30
    Zion-Mt. Carmel Tunnel
  5. 14:00
    The Narrows
  7. 19:00
    Springdale· overnight
Springdale Eats
  • Oscar's Cafe · Huge portions of Mexican-American food. The garlic burgers are wild.
  • Zion Canyon Brew Pub · Beer with a view of the canyon walls. Best way to end the day.
Zion Budget
Shuttle/Parking
$20
Dinner
$45
DAY07

Springdale → Las Vegas Strip

  1. 09:00
    Springdale· start
  3. 12:00
    Valley of Fire
  5. 16:00
    Las Vegas Strip
Vegas Bites
  • Peppermill Las Vegas · Classic neon-lit diner. Huge portions and total old-school Vegas vibes.
  • Tacos El Gordo · The best street tacos on the Strip. The Adobada is a must.
Final Budget
Gas
$35
Celebration Dinner
$100
Heads Up
  • Book Zion/Arches entries in advance
  • Pack layers for mountain/desert shifts
  • Download offline maps for Hwy 12