Dome Plateau

High above the Colorado River near Moab, Utah, Dome Plateau is a remote high-desert mesa rich in mining history and expansive canyon-country scenery. The area played a key role during the mid-20th-century uranium boom, and visitors can still find historic miner’s cabins, foundations, and abandoned roads that tell the story of the prospectors who once worked this rugged landscape. Today, Dome Plateau is primarily used for scenic 4×4 travel, backcountry exploration, and photography, offering a quieter alternative to Moab’s more crowded trails. One of the standout landmarks along the route is La Boca Arch, a striking natural sandstone arch tucked into the mesa that rewards those willing to venture deeper into the plateau. The trail system also leads to dramatic cliffside overlooks with sweeping views of the Colorado River, red rock domes, and endless desert horizons. Blending historic mining remnants, iconic natural features, and wide-open terrain, Dome Plateau remains a must-visit destination for off-roaders and explorers seeking a scenic, history-rich adventure near Moab.