How to See the Moab Potash Ponds: The Blue Pools in Moab

If you look at Google Earth, you can see the potash ponds in Moab appearing in purples and pinks. There are a few places to go to see the potash ponds in Moab, but some are better than others.

The blue ponds in Moab, Utah, are becoming more and more well known because of how the blue water stands out against the red and orange hues of the surrounding desert.

What are Potash Ponds in Utah?

The bright blue ponds are actually potash evaporation ponds owned by Intrepid Potash, Inc.

Why are Potash Ponds Blue?

The potash ponds are blue because of the blue dye they add to the brine. This dye helps speed up evaporation as it increases the absorption of sunlight.

Best Time to Visit the Potash Evaporation Ponds

We visited in late May, and most of the ponds were still a bright blue color.

How to See the Potash Ponds in Moab

The potash ponds are located between Arches National Park and Dead Horse Point State Park and Canyonlands State Park near the Colorado River.

Dead Horse Point State Park

You can see the potash ponds from Dead Horse Point State Park. If you are going to head to Dead Horse for sunset or to view the canyon from there.

Potash Road or Potash Scenic Byway

To get to this point in Google Maps, you can put in Elvis Rock. Stop for a quick photo and then continue past Elvis Rock to see the potash ponds.

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