Arches National Park

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Natural sandstone arch

Arches National Park contains the greatest density of natural sandstone arches in the world, more than 700. The arches and numerous other extraordinary geologic features such as spires, pinnacles, pedestals and balanced rocks, are highlighted in striking foreground and background views created by contrasting colors, landforms and textures.

General Information

Rates & Fees

  • Entrance fee of $10 per vehicle is good for seven consecutive days.
  • Camping fee is $10 per night for individual sites in summer; $5 when water is off (November through mid-March).
  • Fees are charged for Fiery Furnace permits and guided walks.
  • Commercial tour fees:
    $25+ per Sedan (1 to 6 people)*
    $40 per Van (7-25 people)
    $100 per Bus (26+ people)
    * Groups traveling in sedans must also pay individual entrance fees for each passenger

Seasons / Hours

  • Arches National Park is open year round, except for Christmas Day.
  • Visitation is highest March through October; lowest in December and January.
  • Operating Hours
    The visitor center is open daily during the following hours:
    April 5th through October 9th: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    October 10th through October 23rd: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    October 24th through March, 2000: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    Closed December 25th.

Visitor Center

  • Park entrance and Visitor Center is located off Utah Highway l9l, five miles north of Moab.
  • The Visitor Center is open daily during the following hours:
    April 5th through October 9th: 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    October 10th through October 23rd: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
    October 24th through March, 2000: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
    Closed December 25th
  • Elevation: 4085 feet
  • Where to stay

Overview Climate
Map		 Description
Things
To Do
 Lodging
Camping
 Nearby
Resources

Facilities/Features

Stores/Museums
Located near park entrance, the Visitor Center houses a museum and exhibits. A bookstore located in the visitor center is managed by the Canyonlands Natural History Association. Concessionaire offers horseback riding, and vehicle tours in the park by permit.

Programs & Events
A short orientation program is shown in the Visitor Center auditorium on the hour and half hour. An annual Easter Sunrise Service in held in the park. Check bulletin boards for other special events or programs during your visit.

Ranger Nature Tours
Regularly scheduled walks, guided hikes and evening campfire programs are conducted by rangers, mid-March through October. Check bulletin boards in the park for details.

Reservations must be made for the popular Fiery Furnace guided hike in person at the Arches Visitor Center, up to 48 hours in advance. Also, check at the visitor center for information on the Junior Ranger program for children ages six through eleven.

Food/Supplies
No food is available in the park. In the Arches Visitor Center, you may buy film and water containers, as well as informational materials. The town of Moab, Utah, 5 miles south, has all the conveniences of a modern city.

Accessibility
The visitor center is handicapped-accessible and there is one designated accessible site in the campground. All flush and vault toilets in the park are accessible. The new Delicate Arch Viewpoint and trail area are accessible.

Rules, Regulations, Precautions

It is the visitor's responsibility to know and obey park rules. Regulations are designed for visitors' protection and to protect natural resources.

  • All state and federal laws are enforced in the park
  • Parking is restricted to designated areas
  • Wood gathering is prohibited
  • No hunting or firearms are permitted
  • Mountain bikes are allowed on established roads only
  • Pets must be restrained at all times. They are allowed only on park roads, in parking lots and campsites. Pets are not allowed on hiking trails.
  • Carry out all trash, including cigarette butts

Arches National Park
P.O. Box 907
Moab, UT 84532
Phone: (435)719-2299