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A red-rock wonderland
Discover a landscape of contrasting colorsland formsand textures unlike any other. The park has over 2,000 natural stone archeshundreds of soaring pinnaclesmassive rock finsand giant balanced rocks. This red-rock wonderland will amaze you with its formationsrefresh you with its trailsand inspire you with its sunsets.
Visiting in Winter
Winter is a quiet time to visit Arches. Read more about planning your visit in winter months.
Arches Planning Guide
A mobile friendly guide to visiting Arches with a mapinformation about hikescampingaccessibilityranger programsand more.
Safety
How to stay safe during your visit to Arches National Park.
History and Culture
Learn about the generations that have called Arches homeand the special places they left behind.
Nature
Learn about the park's plant and animal lifegeologyecosystemsand other natural features.
Take a Hike!
Arches has popular trails ranging in length from a few hundred yards to more than 7 miles. Find the right one for you.
Be a Junior Ranger
Learn about the park and have fun during your visit! You can earn a badge for completing a junior ranger book.
Last updated: November 162025