What Is Arches National Park?
Arches National Park is the largest concentration of wind-carved, free-standing arches in the world, with over 2,000! It looks like a fantasy painting on approach, but I assure you, it is very real!
What Makes It Beautiful?
I love southern Utah’s redrock, and it is extraordinary to see it carved into such exquisite shapes. Delicate Arch really is a must-see on a visit to Utah; it looks like it should have toppled over centuries ago, yet it still stands and probably will long after we’re gone. Arches is a great place to experience eternity, whether in gazing at its namesake rock formations or experiencing pure silence, the kind of which you only find in the desert.
How Can I #HelpTheHelpers?
- Pay the entrance fee to help maintain trails, signs, structures, and other visitor services!
- Volunteer with the Volunteer-In-Parks (VIP) program!
- Donate to the Canyonlands Natural History Association!
- Be a responsible visitor! Remember the old adages: Pack out what you pack in! Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints!
How Do I Get There?
The Main Entrance is located about 5mi (8km) north of Moab on UT-191
(Take Me There!)
When Should I Visit the Park?
Arches can be fun at any time of year, but prepare for high desert extremes. It gets really hot in the summer and really cold in the winter. If you dress for it, though, shoot for the transition times, mid-fall to late winter. The crowds will be smaller, and you may get to experience snow on the redrock!
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