Hiking Arches Delicate Arch; Stories Across America

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People come from all over the world to visit Arches National Park, and visiting Delicate Arch is on the top of many visitors' to-do lists. In a park with over 2,000 stone arches, this particular free-standing arch has become a widely recognized symbol of the state of Utah and one of the most famous geologic features in the world.
The light opening beneath the arch is 46 feet high and 32 feet wide, making it the largest free-standing arch in the park. It has had more than a few names in its history, from the colorful ("Cowboy's Chaps", "Old Maid's Bloomers") to the prosaic ("Salt Wash Arch"). The term "Delicate" first appeared in a January 1934 article about the Arches National Monument Scientific Expedition, which described it as "the most delicately chiseled arch in the entire area."
An arch shaped like an upside letter U rises from a sloping red rockface. Through the opening of the arch you can see snow capped mountains and a vast desert landscape. The sky is clear of clouds and light blue.
It's difficult to see Delicate Arch from the main park road; you must get out of the car to view it. At Lower Delicate Arch Viewpoint, you can walk a level 100 yards (91 m) to see the arch from one mile away. Nearby, the Upper Viewpoint (0.5 mi / 0.8 km walk with stairs) offers a slightly less obstructed view.
The trail to see Delicate Arch up close and personal is 3 miles (4.8 km) roundtrip and climbs 480 feet (146m). Along this steadily uphill trail, you'll also pass the Wolfe Ranch cabin and a wall of Ute Indian petroglyphs.
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Another awesome video with some incredible shots!! Brings back many memories of our trip to Arches. We have to get back there some day. Didn't do this hike because dumb us was there in August when it was 104-106 degrees. We have to go back at a better time of the year. Thanks for sharing!!!

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Wow...you are Wright (get my play on words, LOL) it would have been way to hot for that mid day hike. Take care and stay safe Friends.