Utah is home to five incredible national parks, and people come from all over the world to witness their beauty firsthand. Arches is perhaps the most iconic of the five – it’s home to Delicate Arch and more than 2,000 others natural arches. The arches aren’t the only natural wonders here – the monoliths and soaring cliffs are incredible to witness first hand as well! If you’ve never visited, Arches is THE national park to visit in Utah, and you definitely need to put it on your bucket list. When you get there, the Park Avenue Trail should be your first stop.

One of the best introductions to Arches National Park is the Park Avenue Trail. Some of the most impressive monoliths in the world are found right here, and the incredible views start right from the road.
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To truly get a sense of the majesty of these rock formations and soaring cliffs, get out of the car and go for a stroll along the short, easy trail. It's just 1.8 miles, out and back.
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The trailhead is located right on Arches Entrance Road, just 2.5 miles from the Visitor Center. You can't miss it!
Though this trail is short and easy, you'll still want to make sure that you have some essential items with you before you head out. Bring plenty of drinking water, a hat for protection from the sun, and some sunscreen. Moab is balmy on a summer day!
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Park Avenue is truly an incredible nature wonder. The Courthouse Towers stand more than 600 feet tall. It's hard to get a sense of just how massive they are until you see them up close.
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The Three Gossips are another famous landmark here at Arches. Use your imagination a little, and you can see the three people standing together, as if gossiping about the fact that Delicate Arch gets all the glory, while they're every bit as impressive.
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If you've never been to Arches National Park, you should definitely put it on your bucket list. This beautiful, otherworldly place is right in our backyard, and it's truly magnificent.
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Help Arches stay just as pristine as ever by following the principles of Leave No Trace. Stay on the trail during your hike, pack out everything you pack in, and be sure to be mindful of others on the trail.

Learn more about Arches National Park on its website, and check out the latest events on its Facebook page.

Are you a Utahan who’s never visited Arches National Park? Why not? We’d love to hear your thoughts in the Facebook comments! Also, take a look at this article, which just might convince you that you need to visit!

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If you are a lover of outdoor activities, Utah may be heaven on earth. No matter what you enjoy doing, Utah has plenty of room for you to get outside and get moving whether you want to hike, mountain bike, ski, or camp.

Best Places For Hiking In Utah

Utah has five incredible national parks, known as the Mighty Five. These include Zion National Park, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, and Bryce Canyon National Park. Utah also has 43 state parks including the Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, Antelope Island State Park, Goblin Valley State Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park. In each one of these parks lies dozens if not hundreds of world-class hikes of all lengths and difficulties and of all varieties. If you want to hike through sand dunes, check out Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park. If you want incredible views of the Colorado River, head over to Canyonlands National Park. With some of the best hikes in the world, Utah truly is a hiker’s paradise.

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If snow sports are more your speed, Utah is also the place to be. Whether you ski, snowboard, or snowshoe, there are plenty of options and locations for you to get outside in the winter. Snowbird, Solitude, and Brighton are some of the more famous ski and snowboarding resorts in the state but there are more than 20 ski resorts spread throughout the state. Whether it will be your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, Utah is one of the best ski destinations in the country.   

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If hiking is a bit too slow for you, maybe you prefer mountain biking. Unsurprisingly, Utah has the perfect mountain biking locations for your next outing. Whether you are looking for a short afternoon ride or a long multi-day biking-packing trip through the Utah desert, you can find mountain biking trails of all varieties in Utah.

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