Moab Rope Swing

Description

Rope Swing Moab is an adventure-tour outfit offering a large-scale canyon rope swing experience just outside of Moab, Utah. 
Participants are taken via a 4×4 off-road shuttle from a staging area down an unpaved trail to the swing location. 
The swing is rigged over a canyon rim (cliff) in the red-rock desert of Utah, giving dramatic views and an adrenaline-filled experience. 

The Experience

• You meet at the designated staging/parking area, drive/shuttle down to the cliff edge via off-road trail.  

• Safety briefing, gear provided (harness, helmet etc). 

• You step off the cliff edge or are assisted, and you swing in a large pendulum arc across the canyon void. It’s not simply a straight free-fall like bungee; rather you drop and then swing out. After the swing you’re pulled back up via a motorized winch to the rim. The entire slot lasts about 3 hours (reserve time), though your actual jump may be shorter depending on group size. 

Key Statistics & Features

• Weight limit: up to 300 pounds for participants. 

• Vehicle access: The primary rental car can reach the staging area; the 4×4 road to the swing site is done via shuttle. 

• No previous experience needed; guides handle all rigging and safety. 

• They emphasise the difference to bungee: Because of the pendulum nature, you see scenery, you swing out across the canyon, not just straight down. 

Why People Go

• For the sheer adrenaline: swinging hundreds of feet across a canyon is a dramatic adventure.

• For the unique views: The red-rock desert around Moab offers stunning backdrops.

• To tick off a bucket-list experience: Many say this is unlike other standard jumps or swings.

• The professional setup: Unlike risky DIY swings, this is a guided operation.

Practical Tips & Things to Know

• Booking: Because of the limited availability and special terrain, it’s important to book ahead. 

• Transport & Access: You’ll need to get to the meeting point yourself (rental car or drive) – the company establishes the off-road shuttle from there. Gear & Clothing: Bring comfortable outdoor clothes, closed footwear, sun protection if hot; the outfit itself supplies harnesses and safety gear. 

• Health/Restrictions: If you have prior back/neck/spine issues, you should check with your doctor. Expect a high adrenaline experience. 

• Safety & Legality: This operation is permitted under the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) for this site. 

• Freefall vs Swing: It’s important to understand what you’re getting — the swing gives you a drop and then a broad arc; not just plunging straight down like some bungee setups. 

Considerations & Risks

• Although the company emphasises safety, any swing off a cliff carries inherent risk. Indeed, other rope swing attempts in the Moab area (not necessarily this commercial outfit) have resulted in fatalities due to mis-rigging. 

• Ensure the operator’s permit, insurance and gear maintenance are in order.

• Weather can affect conditions: high wind, rain, or slick surfaces could complicate access or safety.

• After the jump you are returned by winch, so some effort or waiting might be involved.

Summary

If you’re looking for a high-thrill, well-organised outdoor adventure in one of the USA’s most dramatic desert landscapes, Rope Swing Moab offers a unique opportunity: swing off a cliff into a canyon in the Moab, Utah region, supported by professional guides, gear and infrastructure. It blends adrenaline with rugged nature and is ideal for those comfortable pushing their comfort zone. That said, you should prepare appropriately, respect the risks, and book in advance.

Contact Information

Address	US-191, Moab, UT 84532, United States
Phone Number	+1 8012526911
Whatsapp	+1 8012526911
Email Address	info@moabropeswing.com
Website // URL	https://moabropeswing.com/contact/

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