Corona And Bowtie Arch Trail Might Be One Of The Most Beautiful Short-And-Sweet Hikes To Take In Utah
What’s better than a quick and easy hike? A quick, easy, and uncrowded hike. Corona and Bowtie Arch Trail, located just outside Arches National Park, checks all three boxes. Take a look below.
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A mere 1.5-mile trek up Bootlegger Canyon, Corona and Bowtie Arch Trail is an easy, short-and-sweet hike that leads to the most unforgettable setting. With tons of different natural features, it's a fun little adventure – and something of a hidden gem considering Arches National Park is right next door.
Ascending less than 500 feet, the trail is accessible to most skill levels. Unique formations can be found throughout, ensuring you never know exactly which way to look because of all there is to see.
See what we mean about the hike being fun? Playful elements like this rock "face" are interspersed throughout, rendering boredom a virtual impossibility. Don't forget your camera!
Eventually, you'll come to a set of train tracks. Some people get lost by following them – just walk across to continue along the trail. Definitely stop for a bit and admire the view, as it isn't every day you encounter a set of lofty canyon walls quite this breathtaking.
As the hike draws to a close, you'll finally notice the arches powerfully commanding the distant landscape. The anticipation only continues to grow as you draw ever nearer.
Corona Arch is partially freestanding, with a 140- by 105-foot opening. Stand beneath it for a photo opportunity you'll cherish forever! Bowtie Arch is nearby, so you can see both in one fell swoop.
Sprawling vistas of the rugged desert landscape will leave you in utter awe. There is some degree of rock scrambling and one ladder climb involved in the hike, but it's entirely worth it when the reward is this sweet.
Pro-tip: arrive about 30 minutes before sunset to reach the arches just after night falls. Some of the best stargazing in Utah can be found right here, and it's an opportunity you don't want to miss. Bring a flashlight or headlamp to find your way back in the dark.
Have you ever hiked Corona And Bowtie Arch Trail? If so, what was your favorite part? Tell us all about your experience, and check out our previous article for more easy hikes: 11 Easy Hikes To Add To Your Outdoor Bucket List In Utah.
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and changed her major twice (psychology, computer science, and finally criminal justice) before taking a leap of faith and dropping out to pursue a career in freelance writing.
Today, Katie writes for the Texas and Arizona pages of OnlyInYourState.com and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on the sofa with a hot cup of coffee, watching a crime TV show or scary movie.
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