Landscape Arch is among the five longest spanning natural arches in the world (the other four reside in China). When comparing these five arches, Landscape Arch stands out in a dramatic way as it is only six feet thick at its narrowest point! The other four contenders for the title of Longest Arch are stout,…
Widely recognized as a Utah state symbol, Delicate Arch is a free standing arch unsupported by other rock or fins. This world famous geologic wonder stands approximately 64 feet high and 45 feet wide (21 m by 15 m). Long ago the Entrada sandstone fin was eroded by weather leaving the fragile arch behind. Referencing…
The Windows Arch Trail in Arches National Park is home to three impressive arches known as North Window, South Window and Turret Arch. The trail passes directly through the base of North Arch giving the viewer an intense appreciation for how large these Arches really are. Besides just the three main attractions to this trail…
One of Arches National Park’s most prominent landmarks is Balanced Rock – a 3,600 ton boulder perched on a narrow pedestal towering at 128 feet (39 m) tall. This roadside icon is easily seen while driving past but a quick stop and stroll around the base gives the viewer vastly different perspectives of the mammoth…