Arches National Park

Moab, Utah was a quick stop on our way across country, but we were certainly glad that we did.  Arches National Park is a vast desert land of natural arches and red-hued structures. The Colorado River borders the park and is nice respite from the hot beaming sun from the park.  The park is a playground for hiking, back-country camping, stargazing, and jeeping.

The Logistics ​

• Traveled by rental car from St. Louis to Denver to Moab
• Traveled with my husband and parents
• Stayed at The Hampton Inn, Moab
• Stayed 2 nights, 1 day

The Itinerary
Day 1

• We arrived the evening before to Moab, ate dinner, and settled into our hotel. 
• Park Avenue Rocks pitstop
• Balanced Rock pitstop
• Window Arches (1 mile hike) 
• Delicate Arch (.5 mile hike) - the arch on the license plate. 
• In the afternoon we did a kayak trip along the Colorado River (6 miles downstream). Surrounded by beautiful mountains and red rocks. 
• In the evening drove to Fiery Furnace to see the sunset. 

Recommendations/Suggestions

• Do an evening hike to Delicate Arch - the 3 mile hike that leads you directly in front of it. 
• Spend an evening stargazing
• Looking for something a little more adventurous- try biking, rock climbing, or canyoneering 
• Double Arch
• Try one night of camping in the park
• Visit nearby Capitol Reef and Canyonlands