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Easy
Elevation
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33 m
Distance
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1.0 km
Duration
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0.5h
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Lower Tower Arch Trail

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The Lower Tower Arch Trail is a short and rugged trail to Tower Arch in Arches National Park. This trail is shared by mountain bikers, day-hikers, and OHV drivers. The Lower Tower Arch trail sees relatively low traffic, even in the peak of tourist season, so it’s a great opportunity to enjoy some peace and quiet in the beautiful Utah desert.

Route Description for Lower Tower Arch Trail

The Lower Tower Arch Trail is a short little hike to an impressive 28 m-long sandstone arch. The drive to the trailhead is along a rugged, unpaved road; having a vehicle with good clearance and four-wheel drive is an asset. The trail itself is shared by hikers, mountain bikers, and OHV/ATV drivers, so be aware of your surroundings and let folks on wheels pass you by. This trail sees little traffic, so it’s a great place to go and find some peace and solitude in the Utah desert.

From the Tower Arch Trailhead, follow the path for 0.5 km as it curves northeast to Tower Arch.

Take a moment to rest in the shade of this stunning sandstone formation before turning around and following the same path back to the trailhead. If you are up for more adventure, you can continue hiking eastward from here along the Tower Arch Trail to the Marching Men and beyond.

Getting to the Lower Tower Arch Trail Trailhead

From the Arches Visitor Center off of highway 191, follow Main Park Road for 17.0mi then take a left onto Salt Valley Road. Follow Salt Valley Road for 7.2mi before taking another left onto Herdina Park Road. The Tower Arch Trailhead is 3.7mi down at the end of Herdina Park Road.

Route Information

  • Backcountry Campground:

    No

  • When to do:

    Year Round

  • Pets allowed:

    No

  • Family friendly:

    Older Children only

  • Route Signage:

    Poor

  • Crowd Levels:

    Low

  • Route Type:

    Out and back

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