Tower Arch Trail - Moab, UT

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Tower Arch Trail


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Located with in Arches National Park, Tower Arch Trail leads from the end of Salt Valley Road to Tower Arch. It leads through a little-visited area of the park known as Klondike Bluffs. In the early days of the park this was the most visited area as the main entrance lead visitors through Klondike Bluffs.

The trail begins by leading westward and climbing a short, steep rock wall. It then crosses a valley where the Marching Men formation lies. The track soon enters an area filled with sandstone fins and sand dunes, where you'll find Tower Arch. The trail continues westward beyond the arch to meet the end of a four-wheel drive road.

This moderately difficult 3.4-mile trail receives light use. It gains a total of 500 feet in elevation and takes about 2 to 3 hours to complete.

Facilities: There are no facilities provided at Tower Arch Trail.

Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Tower Arch Trail.

Best Time To Visit: Early spring is the best time to hike Tower Arch Trail.

Fees: A fee is charged to enter Arches National Park.

Accessibility: Unknown

Rules: Unknown

Directions: Tower Arch Trail is located within Arches National Park. The entrance to Arches is located 5 miles north of Moab along Highway 191. From the Main Park Entrance, drive northward 16.7 miles along the main park road to Salt Valley Road. Turn left and follow Salt Valley Road 7.7 miles through the valley to a fork in the road. Bear left at the fork and drive 1.3 miles to the Klondike Bluffs trailhead.

Address

Arches National Park

PO Box 907

Moab, Utah 84532

Phone
General: (435) 719-2299
Fax: (435) 719-2305
TTY: (435) 719-2319

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