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Arches National Park, Moab, UT

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Arches National Park

Arches National Park is an outdoor activity in Moab, UT, part of the Canyonlands guide. Cost: $25 to $50.

Park entrance on US-191, north of Moab · Moab, UT

Why you should go…

Arches National Park protects more than 2,000 natural stone arches, along with pinnacles, rock fins and giant balanced rocks, in the high desert about 4 miles north of Moab. Plan at least a few hours for the scenic drive, its viewpoints and short trails, including the area called The Windows. Delicate Arch, the park's signature formation, has become a symbol of Utah. Services inside the park are limited, and the Park Service notes heavy traffic from spring through fall.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Arches National Park, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Shopping
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    Desert Sun Ceramics

    Under $25

    A pottery studio and gallery in Moab offering ceramics classes and locally made work.

    2.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

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    Dan Mick's Guided Jeep Tours

    $50+

    Longtime Moab off-road outfitter running guided Jeep tours over the legendary Hell's Revenge trail.

    3.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Moab Rock Shop

    Free

    Southeastern Utah's largest rock shop, run by the Ottinger family since 1958, selling fossils, minerals and dinosaur bone.

    3.4 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    E-Bike Moab

    $25–$50

    Moab e-bike rental shop with a fleet of electric bikes plus guided rides to Arches, Potash Road and local trails.

    4.1 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
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    Adrift Adventures

    $50+

    Moab outfitter running whitewater rafting, jeep, ATV and horseback trips through Arches and Canyonlands country.

    4.6 mi awayMore like this

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    Wild West Voyages

    $50+

    Moab outfitter running Colorado River rafting trips and guided tours of Arches and Canyonlands.

    5.0 mi awayMore like this