Cassidy Arch
Arch Natural sandstone arch landmark with steep hiking trail
On Capitol Reef National Park’s Navajo Dome trail, Cassidy Arch rewards hikers with a walkable sandstone arch, wide canyon views and a connection to regional outlaw lore.
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Cassidy Arch is a natural sandstone arch located within Capitol Reef National Park in Utah. It is a well-known geological feature along the park’s scenic high-walled canyons.
The arch formed through long-term erosion of Jurassic-age sedimentary rocks typical of the Colorado Plateau; its name references the nearby folklore and outlaw history of the region.
Cassidy Arch sits in Capitol Reef National Park in south-central Utah, reachable from park roads and trailheads in the Fruita area of the park.
- Trail safety tip: The trail to the arch is steep in places and includes exposed sections; sturdy footwear and water are recommended, especially in warm months.
How to Get to Cassidy Arch #
Cassidy Arch is located inside Capitol Reef National Park in south‑central Utah. The park is accessed by driving on Utah State Route 24 (SR‑24); the small town of Torrey on SR‑24 is the usual gateway for services and accommodations.
Inside the park follow signed park roads to the Grand Wash/Cassidy Arch trailhead; the arch itself is reached by a maintained trail beginning at the trailhead and requires a hike of a couple of miles (trail length and difficulty vary by route).
Best Time to Visit Cassidy Arch #
Late spring and early autumn provide the most comfortable and safest conditions for hiking to Cassidy Arch; avoid the hottest mid-summer hours.
Weather & Climate near Cassidy Arch #
Cassidy Arch's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 32°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 9 mm.
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.
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