Pack Creek Ranch— A Destination with an Exciting Past and Bright Future

Where desert and mountain meet
Pack Creek Ranch sits at the rare meeting point of red rock desert and mountain water — where Pack Creek flows down from the La Sal Mountains and has sustained life for generations.

A natural gathering place
Long before Moab became the adventure gateway it is today, this valley served as a natural gathering place thanks to its creek, grasses, and wildlife.

Ranching roots & early travelers
In the 1800s, the area became part of the region’s early travel and ranching history. By the mid-1900s, the property evolved into a welcoming “dude ranch” retreat for visitors seeking wide-open space and Western charm.

A cultural touchstone
Over the years, Pack Creek has hosted thinkers, adventurers, and writers — including connections to Edward Abbey and The Monkey Wrench Gang, the legendary novel that helped define the Southwest’s wild, rebellious spirit.

A living legacy
Today, Pack Creek continues that tradition — a place of beauty, quiet, and care where the West still feels like the West.