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Double O Arch

All Experiences, Arches National Park, Difficult HikesBy Desert Solitude March 1, 2018

The spectacular Double O Arch is aptly named. The formation comprises two large arches stacked on top of each other in the same fin of rock. The larger “O” stretches 71 feet (21 m) across while the smaller arch below measures approximately 21 feet (6 m) across. This strenuous hike requires some rock scrambling and…

Calf Creek Falls

All Experiences, Desert Solitude Favorites, Difficult Hikes, Featured Experiences, National Monuments, Water HikesBy Desert Solitude February 28, 2018

Located in the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Lower Calf Creek Falls is a 126 foot (38 m) waterfall flowing over a Navajo Sandstone cliff to a cold, clear pool below. This lush and green paradise seems out of place in the hot, arid desert that surrounds it. The cool, chest-deep pool is a delight to…