Arches National Park Travel Information
Arches National Park is a geological wonderland. Set in the high
desert of southeastern Utah, it is home to the largest concentration
of sandstone arches in the world, some 2,000 in all. That the simple
actions of erosion over tens of thousands of years could produce what
appear to be purposefully sculpted formations is endlessly fascinating
to behold.
Delicate Arch is the most famous of the arches of the National
Park, acting as an iconic image not only for the area, but for Utah in
general. Another famous formation is the Double Arch, and is close to
the also unforgettable North and South Windows. The Petrified Dunes
are a series of once-sand dune frozen in stone, visible from the park
road. These are just a small handful of the park’s ancient and
breathtaking sights, almost all of which are accessible by hiking
trails.
Arches National Park is located 32 miles south of I-70 on Hwy. 191
near Moab
and Canyonlands
National Park. In nearby Moab, you will find numerous dining and
lodging options, plenty of outfitters eager to supply equipment,
guides and information and all other services a traveler might
normally need. View Area Map.
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