National park · Utah

Arches National Park

Over 2,000 natural sandstone arches packed into a single Utah park - the densest concentration on Earth, including Delicate Arch and the Windows Section.

Entrance
$30 private vehicle
Hours
Open 24 hours daily Park Hours
Established
April 12, 1929
Region
Utah's Mighty 5
Arches National Park
Photo: Palacemusic · CC BY-SA 3.0
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History

Arches National Park is home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, making it the area with the highest density of natural arches in the world. It serves as a significant conservation area for unique geological features and ecosystems in the high desert of Utah.

Key events

  1. April 12, 1929President Herbert Hoover proclaimed Arches National Monument.
  2. Originally designated as a national monument in 1929, it was redesignated as a national park on November 12, 1971.
  3. The park received more than 1.8 million visitors in 2021, showcasing its popularity as a tourist destination.
  4. 1991Wall Arch collapsed (2008), demonstrating that the park's 2,000+ natural arches are constantly changing geological features.

Trails

  • Delicate Arch 3 mi · Moderate
  • Devils Garden Primitive Loop 7.2 mi · Hard
  • Landscape Arch 1.6 mi · Easy
  • Double Arch 0.8 mi · Easy
  • Park Avenue 2 mi · Easy

Plan your visit

Hours · Park Hours

Open 24 hours, every day

Arches National Park is generally open 24 hours a day, year-round. Fees apply. The park is very busy between March and October. To avoid traffic, we recommend entering the park before 8 am or after 3 pm.

Entrance fees

  • Private Vehicle $30
  • Motorcycle $25
  • Per Person $15

Fees and hours as of May 2026. Check current details on NPS.gov

When to go

  • Spring. Optimal temperatures 65-85°F, wildflowers, ideal hiking conditions
  • Fall. Mild temperatures, fewer crowds than summer, great photography light
  • Winter. Solitude, snow-dusted arches, uncrowded trails
  • Summer. All facilities open but very hot (100°F+), best for early morning/evening visits

Wildlife

Mule deerDesert bighorn sheepCoyotesKit foxesJackrabbitsCollared lizardsGolden eagles

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