Mesa Arch

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Mesa Arch, Canyonlands National Park, Utah

Mesa Arch, Canyonlands National Park, UT
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Spectacular arch perched on a cliff edge. Visitors can get views of the White Rim Road, canyons, and the distant La Sal Mountains.

General Information
Length:
0.6 miles, roundtrip
Elevation Gain:
55 feet
Pet Policy:
No pets allowed on any trails
Seasons:
All year

Overview

Mesa Arch is an arch perched at the edge of a cliff in Canyonlands' Island in the Sky district, framing the canyons, the White Rim Road, and the distant La Sal Mountains. It is famous for its sunrise glow, when the underside lights up orange, and crowds gather early. The trail is a short loop of about 0.7 mile, on a mostly flat path.

This article uses material from nps.gov "Canyonlands National Park"