Arches National Park
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Fiery Furnace Loop
Grand County, Utah
4.4
1.53 mi
/ 328 ft gain
Arches National Park is an incredible place with a variety of places to explore. One of the great places to explore is the Fiery Furnace. The Fiery Furnace requires a permit, which can be obtained at the Visitor Center after watching a short video. For the most part, they are making sure you are capable of simple navigation and inform you to avoid the microbial crust. Once you have obtained the...
Broken Arch and Sand Dune Arch
Grand County, Utah
1.5 mi
/ 187 ft gain
Starting at the Sand Dune Trailhead, there is a trail among the brush, which is pretty well marked. Just after starting, you'll see some fins on your right with a sign indicating the Sand Dune Arch. This is a short 0.2mi spur trail that leads to an arch surrounded by tall fins.
To keep going, follow the sign for Broken Arch. During the early morning, you will see cottontail rabbits, birds, and...
Tower Arch, Marching Men, and Balancing Rock OHV Route
Moab, Utah
22.47 mi
/ 1785 ft gain
Tower Arch, Marching Men, and Balancing Rock OHV Route Trail is a point-to-point trail, which is an exciting opportunity if you have a 4WD vehicle when visiting Arches National Park near Moab, Utah.
Eye of the Whale Trail
Moab, Utah
5.2 mi
/ 443 ft gain
Eye of the Whale Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Moab, Utah.
Balanced Rock Loop
Moab, Utah
0.55 mi
/ 62 ft gain
Balanced rock is a short loop and can be done in a short amount of time. You can spend a few minutes walking around the rock and snap a few pictures with your family. Make sure to stay on the well marked trail in order to preserve the environment.
Skyline Arch
Moab, Utah
0.48 mi
/ 62 ft gain
Starting from the parking you can see the arch. At the start of the trail there is a small sign with information about Skyline Arch. From here the trail is very straightforward and leads you up to the base of the arch. This hike may be short but it still gives you great views over Salt Valley and some fins of sandstone. Overall this is a great short hike for families to experience some of Arche...
Devils Garden Campground
Grand County, Utah
4.0
This popular campground houses 50 campsites. Keep in mind that since it's the only campground in Arches, it can be crowded from March through October, so get on it early. This campsite not only provides easy access to landmarks like the delicate arch, but also provides very convenient access to trails right from the campground -- the broken arch trail leaves from the campground and is only 1.2 ...
Tapestry Arch
Moab, Utah
0.62 mi
/ 33 ft gain
Tapestry Arch Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Moab, Utah.
Summit Elephant Butte
Moab, Utah
1.27 mi
/ 492 ft gain
Elephant Butte sits at 5653 ft. and is the highest point in Arches National Park. It requires two rappels using a 60m rope. In addition to this, it requires some short sections of low fifth class scrambling that can be difficult on wet rock.
The approach starts at Garden of Eden trailhead. Go past Owl Rock aiming for a canyon weakness in the walls ahead on the left that has a small talus ...
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Moab, Utah
Devils Garden Campground
Overview
Devils Garden Campground is located deep within the heart of beautiful Arches National Park in Southeastern Utah, at an elevatio...
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Dewey Bridge Group Sites
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The group sites at Dewey Bridge are located along the Colorado River and offer a wonderful retreat for adventurers looking to ex...
Moab, Utah
Big Bend Group Sites
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Families and large groups will enjoy the three reservable group sites at Big Bend. Group sites A and B are located within the ma...
Moab, Utah
Goose Island Group Sites
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The two sites at Goose Island are ideal for groups wishing to be close to the town of Moab and Arches National Park. The area ...
Moab, Utah
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Moab, Utah
Sand Flats Recreation Area
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Along with easy access to biking and off-highway vehicle trails, Sand Flats' campgrounds offer spectacular vistas of sandstone d...
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