La Sal Nountains :The La Sal Mountains are located on the eastern border of Utah, about 15 miles east of Moab. Rising over 7000 feet above the surrounding redrock canyons and mesas, the La Sals include the highest peak on the Colorado Plateau, 12,721 foot Mt. Peale, and several other lower but prominent peaks. The range occupies a relatively small area, running just 15 miles north to south and 6 miles across. The La Sals are administered by the U.S.D.A. as the Manti-Lasal National Forest.

History of the La Sal Mountains