ARCHES NATIONAL PARK
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Arches National Park is known for its breathtaking landscapes, geological wonders, and sheer quantity of natural arches. The Park has over 2,000 naturally occurring stone arches, which are red sandstone that has been eroded by wind and water, in the world. It is visually remarkable how the blue sky contrasts with the deep red rocks. It is home to iconic landmarks such as Delicate Arch, Landscape Arch and Balanced Rock. With its warm, golden light bathing the rock formations at sunrise and dusk, Arches National Park offers photographers chances that are simply unmatched. I love exploring this park that I have been there a few times. With that said, I would say that this park is a must-visit location for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anybody looking to establish a close connection with the wonders of Earth’s natural processes.
BASIC FACTS ON ARCHES NATIONAL PARK
LOCATION: MOAB, UTAH
SIZE: 76,000 acres (about 119 square miles).
FOUNDED: November 12, 1971.
BEST TIME TO VISIT: Spring (March through May) and Fall (mid-September through November)
HOW MANY DAYS: 1-2 DAYS
ROAD TRIP SUGGESTION: UTAH’S MIGHTY 5
NOTE: Reservations might be required to enter the park during peak seasons and you might need additional info about the park in order to have a smooth travel. Please VISIT HERE for latest information about the park.
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THINGS NOT TO MISS
Balanced Rock. Visiting Balanced Rock is one of the most popular things to do in Arches National Park. Although you can easily drive right by it on the main road, I think it is still worthwhile to stop and walk the little trail that encircles the foot of Balanced Rock for up-close observations.
Landscape Arch. One of the world’s longest natural stone arches, Landscape Arch is situated in the Devils Garden area. The Devils Garden Trail makes it simple to get there.
The Windows and Turret Arch. The park’s most visited arches include the Windows and Turret Arch. One simple loop, less than a mile in length, can complete all of them. Also, it is a great spot to take sunrise and sunset pictures too.
Double Arch. The tallest arch in the park and striking Double Arch, where two arches share a similar foundation, is accessible after a quick and simple hike. It’s an excellent location for photos.
Drive the 19-mile Scenic Drive. The quickest and most convenient method to visit the majority of Arches if you’re short on time is to drive the Scenic Drive. Allocate a minimum of four to five hours to cover every paved road and allocate ten minutes to each viewpoint.
Watch the sunrise or the sunset at Delicate Arch. Needless to say, Delicate Arch is the most well-known arch worldwide and in the park especially. The light on the arch is at its greatest around sunset, but it’s also the busiest. Optionally, you can go at dawn to witness the magnificence of the iconic landmark. However, be cautious that due to the numerous areas where it’s simple to get lost, the 3-mile journey can be challenging to manage in the dark.
Check out Sand Dune Arch. A far different experience than many other arches in this area, Sand Dune Arch is nestled amid fins of sandstone rock. It’s a quick, simple stroll on sandy trails to get here.
Trek along Park Avenue. The Three Gossips and the Courthouse Towers are two large rock formations that you’ll pass on this simple one-mile hike.
Explore the Fiery Furnace through a tour. Exploring the Fiery Furnace is one of the prettiest non-arch locations in Arches National Park, so named because of the reddish glow it receives after dusk. A hike led by a ranger is the finest way to explore the Fiery Furnace. This is a hard 2-mile hike winds through a tangle of gorges created by sandstone fins.
Courthouse Washrock Art. Ancient petroglyphs—carvings or engravings on rock surfaces—made by indigenous peoples make up Courthouse Wash’s rock art. The estimated age of these petroglyphs ranges from several hundred to thousands of years.
TOP EXPERIENCE
Devils Garden. Devil’s Garden Loop Trail is a 7.2-mile hike. It leads to 8 of the park’s well-known arches. The hike itself was excellent, with a little scrambling and a variety of sceneries. It is, in my point of view, the top phenomenal experience to embark at Arches National Park
