La Sal Mountains
La Sal Mountains are a rugged, high-elevation range just east of Moab, Utah, celebrated for granite peaks, alpine lakes, and outdoor recreation.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Southwestern United States |
| Subregion | Colorado Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Utah |
| County | Grand County |
| District | Rio Grande Rift |
| City | Moab |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 38.65 |
| Longitude | -109.75 |
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12:58 PM LOCAL TIMEThe La Sal Mountains form a prominent, high-altitude barrier east of Moab, Utah, rising to peaks like Mount Peale (3849 m) and providing a striking contrast to surrounding desert landscapes. These mountains are largely composed of granite and metamorphic rocks, supporting alpine lakes, pinyon-juniper forests, and climbing routes. Visitors come for high-elevation hiking, scenic drives, skiing (at higher elevations), and backcountry camping; access is often via forest roads linked to US Highway 191. The range is a regional water source and ecological zone that rewards careful exploration and preparation.
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