I’ve written a lot about Arches National Park recently, from the best half day hikes to do there, the best scenic drive, my favourite hike in Arches and a guide to Moab; the town just outside the park. And now I’m writing about it again to share the best arches in Arches National Park. I’m not apologising though as it’s definitely worth visiting (and writing about). Show
Arches National Park has over 2,000 documented arches (and likely a lot more that haven’t been noted) that range from silver-thin cracks to spans greater than 97 metres. There’s pretty much no way you could see them all; especially as many of them aren’t documented on the park’s map. Here are the best rock formations, sights and best arches in Arches National Park. Make sure you don’t miss these! Best arches in Arches National Park (in no particular order)Double O ArchThe two ‘O’s are stacked on top of each other which makes an impressive looking set of arches!  Landscape ArchMost of Landscape Arch collapsed in 1991 leaving this very precarious looking situation. Partition ArchProbably my favourite in the park just for the view through the arch! Navajo ArchYou’ll feel like you’re walking into a cave at Navajo Arch! Private ArchOne of the quieter arches we found in Arches National Park was Private Arch. Just like the name suggests it seemed more private than the others. Pine Tree ArchIt hasn’t exactly got a pine tree, but it’s still got a nice view through the arch. You’ll find this one at the beginning of the Devil’s Garden Trail. Delicate ArchThe most famous arch in the whole of the park. How it’s still standing, I don’t know! Double ArchHere’s an awesome image from reddit of double arch at night. It’s different from Double O arch as the arches are next to each other rather than on top. The Windows – North and SouthThese two are both right next to each other and look pretty much the same. When we visited it was pretty much a window onto the grey sky… Best rock formations in Arches National ParkSheep RockNear the park entrance, at just at the end of Park Avenue is Sheep Rock. Can you spot the sheep? Balanced RockAlong with Delicate Arch, Balanced Rock is probably one of the more famous sights in Arches National Park. Although there are a tonne of balancing rocks all over the park this is perhaps the most impressive. Dark AngelAt the furthest point on the DEvil’s Garden trail you have the option to go to Dark Angel. You can actually see it from all over the park once you know where it is, but if you’re doing the trail you may as way take the short extra walk. Where to stay near Arches National ParkYou’re most likely to be either camping near Arches or staying in a hotel in Moab. Take a look at my guide to Moab if that’s where you’re basing yourself while visiting Arches National Park. Here’s a few suggestions of top hotels near Arches National Park.
Camping near Arches National ParkIf you’re camping in an RV or didn’t manage to get a camping spot at Arches National Park then take a look at Up the Creek campground. It’s a campground in Moab which is within walking distance of the best restaurants and shops in the town. Here you’ll get hot showers, proper toilets and more – luxury camping! Want more Utah travel ideas?
What's the most famous arch in Arches National Park?Without a doubt, Delicate Arch is the most famous natural stone arch in the world. Referred to as "The Arch" by many arriving visitors for whom it is No. 1 on their must-see lists, Delicate has an allure that is hard to explain but impossible to deny.
What are the different arches at Arches National Park?Discover our favorite arches to see in Arches in National Park with our guide below.. Delicate Arch. Delicate Arch at Arches National Park. ... . Windows Section. Utah's winter sun rises on Turret Arch through North Window in Arches National Park. ... . Double Arch. Double Arch at Arches NP. ... . Landscape Arch. ... . Sand Dune Arch.. What arch is broken Arches National Park?Wall Arch, located along the popular Devils Garden Trail at Arches National Park collapsed sometime during the night of August 4, 2008.
What is the longest arch in Arches National Park?Landscape Arch in Arches National Park has a span of 290 feet, the longest of any arch in the world, and is unquestionably the most mind-boggling due to its gravity-defying ribbon of rock that in places narrows to only 7 feet in thickness.
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