Arches Quick Facts

Native Lands: Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute) and Timpanogos (Native Land Digital)

Founded: November 12, 1971

Annual Visitors:  1,466,528 visitors in 2024

Size: 76,519 acres

Location: Utah

Entrance Fee: $30 per vehicle, valid for 7 days

Notable Fact: Arches was primarily sculpted by a 300-million-year-old underground salt bed whose movement fractured the sandstone, later perfected by erosion.

Best Time to Visit Arches

The best time to experience Arches National Park is during the shoulder seasons of spring (March-May) and fall (September-October). During these months, temperatures are pleasantly mild, making conditions ideal for hiking and exploring the park’s trails. You’ll also encounter more manageable crowd levels compared to the peak of summer.

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