Moab Delicate Arch

Delicate Arch    

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Delicate Arch is a 52-foot-tall freestanding natural arch located in Arches National Park, near Moab in Grand County, Utah, United States. The arch is … See more

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Sep 16, 2024
This place itself is what defines Arches on a lot of pictures or promotion material. The arch itself is much bigger in reality than what it might look like on those pictures. To see it in person, you… Full review by Jana K
Aug 24, 2024
Weather permitting, I would recommend that you never pass up the opportunity to view a sunset at Delicate Arch. For many people this is one of those once in a lifetime experience. Full review by homebrewer99
Aug 5, 2024
I planned this trip last minute, and when I get here, I find out the Delicate Arch is inside a National Park and you must make a reservation before 4 p.m. to go in. I wish I would’ve seen this, but I… Full review by Iseek17

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Looking to drive West in a couple of weeks but concerned with the wildfires and smoke traveling East. Anyone been to …
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Looking to drive West in a couple of weeks but concerned with the wildfires and smoke traveling East. Anyone been to The Mighty Five just this past week? Is it hazy? Smokey? Poor air quality? I know there was a Fire Weather Watch and now a Red Flag Warning for SW Utah. Would appreciate any insight as we’re all the way over in Chicago. TIA!
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We were there this past week & skies were a beautiful blue, with no haze or smoke. Air quality was great, and we couldn't have asked for better weather!
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Answer by Mary E · Sep 21, 2020
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Would this hike be do-able for the average 4-year old?
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The hike is rated difficult by the authorities. With that in mind I found it OK, in cool weather conditions. I am a fit adult. The average 4 year old would not be safe and would not enjoy …
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The hike is rated difficult by the authorities. With that in mind I found it OK, in cool weather conditions. I am a fit adult. The average 4 year old would not be safe and would not enjoy it. So I would not recommend hiking with a 4 year old.
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My plan was to see and get pictures at the Delicate Arch but I am unsure as how to get there. I am also a solo traveler …
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My plan was to see and get pictures at the Delicate Arch but I am unsure as how to get there. I am also a solo traveler with no car? Is it still possible?
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You can hire an outfitter in Moab to drop you and pick you back up at a certain time. If you want to spend some time at Delicate Arch, you can make an arrangement where the outfitter …
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You can hire an outfitter in Moab to drop you and pick you back up at a certain time. If you want to spend some time at Delicate Arch, you can make an arrangement where the outfitter picks you up after 4 hours. Telephone network can be a real problem in these areas so stick to the time.
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How scary is the "ledge" you have to walk getting Delicate Arch? I see many people comment that kids and anyone can do …
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How scary is the "ledge" you have to walk getting Delicate Arch? I see many people comment that kids and anyone can do it, but even the pictures make me queezy. It looks decently wide for unless there is a lot of people. Is it very long?
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Delicate arch had some narrow parts to it. Take it slow and you will be fine. It's a long walk up to that particular arch and there are ledges and narrow parts to get to it. Truthfully the last …
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Delicate arch had some narrow parts to it. Take it slow and you will be fine. It's a long walk up to that particular arch and there are ledges and narrow parts to get to it. Truthfully the last leg of the hike to it is the narrow part. The rest of it is pretty open. The view is breathtaking when you get there! If you're a little nervous about it, there are many other arches with less of a hike and ledges to get to it.
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Planning a sunset hike in August...does the parking lot fill up? How early would we need to get there if so?
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The parking lot fills pretty early. I would try to arrive no later than 2-2.5 hrs before sunset to ensure you get a spot. You will not be alone up near the arch. It's amazing how crowded it gets …
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The parking lot fills pretty early. I would try to arrive no later than 2-2.5 hrs before sunset to ensure you get a spot. You will not be alone up near the arch. It's amazing how crowded it gets up there.
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Answer by Jeremiah Z · Jun 27, 2018
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What facilities or services does Arches offer?
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Aside from the visitor center and bathrooms, there are no facilities in Arches. Gas, groceries, lodging and other amenities are available in Moab. Read more about...
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