Largest rock of its kind in the park, weighing approximately the same as an icebreaker ship or 27 blue whales with a short loop trail leading around the base of the rock
From Moab: Head west on E Center St toward N Main St. Turn right onto US-191 N/N Main St Continue to follow US-191 N. Turn right onto Arches Entrance Rd.
Overview
A loop trail at the base of a fragile, picturesque rock formation. The beginning of the trail is paved and accessible to wheelchairs. The paved path ends at a viewpoint where you can see The Windows and the distant La Sal Mountains. Continue around Balanced Rock by following a marked path on a gravel and slickrock surface.
Balanced Rock is one of the most popular features of Arches National Park. Balanced Rock is located next to the park's main road, at about 9.2 miles (14.8 km) from the park entrance. It is one of only a few prominent features clearly visible from the road.
The total height of Balanced Rock is 128 feet (39 m), with the balancing rock rising 55 feet (16.75 m) above the base. This rock is the largest of its kind in the park, weighing approximately the same as an icebreaker ship or 27 blue whales. There is also a short loop trail leading around the base of the rock.
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