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

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.

These blue ponds are called potash ponds or potash evaporation ponds. They show up on Google Maps as the Texas Gulf Potash Ponds.

Intrepid Potash, Inc. owns the bright blue ponds, which are potash evaporation ponds. They have three mines in the western United States with the potash ponds in Moab, Utah, being the most well-known.

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.

Potash Road or Potash Scenic Byway

This was my favorite view of the potash ponds. We were able to get the best photos and the closest to the potash ponds here.

Chicken Corners OHV Trail

You will need a 4-wheel drive vehicle for this trail, and it needs to be a high clearance vehicle.

Tips for Seeing the Moab Potash Ponds

We saw a good amount of traffic on the dirt road by the potash ponds, so be careful. Keep an eye out as you cross the road or stop to take pictures.

Can You Swim in Potash Ponds?

No, you cannot swim in the potash ponds. These ponds are not swimming pools and are on private property.

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