Insider tip on Arches National Park

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    Mylène @unreveunvoyage

    No food service in the park: you need to plan a picnic! The environment is desert-like, temperatures can easily reach 40°C in the middle of summer. The air is dry, the brightness is intense, and there is very little shade (except under the arches!). There is no shuttle service serving the park or certain viewpoints as is offered or required in some parks, it is really essential to have your own vehicle.

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    Mylène @unreveunvoyage

    Arches can be visited very well in a single day, but don't hesitate to stay a second day to make the most of the park and the hikes, if your schedule allows. We were amazed by the natural beauty and grandeur of the arches. It’s a true favorite for us!

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    Mylène @unreveunvoyage

    The entry fee is: $30/vehicle, $25/motorcycle, $15/person on foot or by bike. The entry is valid for 7 days and the America the Beautiful Pass (also known as Interagency Annual Pass) is accepted.

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    Mylène @unreveunvoyage

    Nestled in the wild backcountry of Utah, Arches National Park is a gem of nature. With over 2,000 natural arches measuring between 90 cm and 91 m wide, sculpted by time and the elements, this park offers a breathtaking spectacle that will amaze you during your visit. You won't find anywhere else on the planet such a high concentration of arches in one place. They are the result of millions of years of erosion by wind, freeze, water, and extreme temperatures. Its spectacular rock formations make it one of the jewels of the American West.

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    Mylène @unreveunvoyage

    There is only one entrance. It is located about 8 kilometers north of the city of Moab, on Route 191. Open every day, 24/7. The Visitor Center is open from 7:30 AM to 5 PM every day between April and November (the rest of the year, every day from 9 AM to 4 PM). During this period, reservations are mandatory to access the park between 7 AM and 4 PM.