National Park Guide

Arches National Park

Utah, US

Over 2,000 natural stone arches sculpted by erosion into a surreal red-rock landscape.

76,679

Acres

Trails

1971

Established

1.81 million

Annual Visitors

Quick Info

Season

Year-round

Entrance Fee

$30 per vehicle

Nearest Airport

Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT), 1 hour 50 minutes

Best Months

March, April, May, September, October

Highlights

Sunset hike to Delicate Arch, Utah's most iconic landmark
Landscape Arch, the longest natural arch in North America at 306 feet
Walking through the Fiery Furnace with a ranger guide
Balanced Rock silhouetted against the La Sal Mountains
The Windows Section loop for easy access to massive arches
Dark sky stargazing with the Milky Way framing the arches

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Top Trails

Featured trailheads in Arches National Park

Delicate Arch Trail

Moderate

3.0 miles round trip

480 ft gain

Devils Garden Trail

Strenuous

7.2 miles round trip

800 ft gain

Park Avenue Trail

Easy

2.0 miles round trip

320 ft gain

Windows Loop Trail

Easy

1.0 miles round trip

130 ft gain

Fiery Furnace Trail

Moderate

2.0 miles round trip

250 ft gain

About Arches National Park

Arches National Park contains the densest concentration of natural stone arches in the world, with over 2,000 cataloged arches set among towering red sandstone fins, pinnacles, and balanced rocks. The park's 76,679 acres near Moab showcase millions of years of erosion at work on the Entrada Sandstone formation. From the iconic Delicate Arch to the soaring spans of Landscape Arch, the park offers an otherworldly landscape that transforms with the light of each passing hour.

In-Depth Guide

Arches National Park Guide: Best Hikes, When to Visit & Where to Stay

Plan your trip to Arches National Park. Top hikes, best months to visit, where to stay, and essential tips for Utah.

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Red Cliffs Lodge

$$$

A riverside ranch resort set along the Colorado River on Highway 128, offering spacious suites with private patios facing the river and towering red cliffs. Home to the Moab Museum of Film and Western Heritage.

14 miles from park entrance$280-420/night

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Hoodoo Moab

A stylish boutique hotel in downtown Moab with a curated art collection, rooftop pool, and modern desert-inspired design. Walking distance to Moab's best restaurants and outfitters.

5 miles from park entrance$180-320/night

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Aarchway Inn

A well-maintained motel on the north end of Moab, offering clean and comfortable rooms with easy access to both Arches and Canyonlands national parks. An excellent budget option for adventure travelers.

2 miles from park entrance$100-180/night

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Compare Arches National Park

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Arches National Park vs Grand Canyon National Park

Choose Grand Canyon for overwhelming natural scale and geological history. Choose Arches for unique rock formations, shorter hikes, and a more manageable visit.

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Arches National Park vs Canyonlands National Park

Choose Canyonlands for vast wilderness, dramatic canyon overlooks, and solitude. Choose Arches for iconic stone arches, shorter hikes, and a more accessible desert experience.

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Arches National Park vs Bryce Canyon National Park

Choose Bryce Canyon for alien hoodoo landscapes, superior stargazing, and fewer crowds. Choose Arches for iconic stone arches, easier accessibility from Moab, and more varied outdoor recreation.

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