Coyote Natural Bridge
Arch Natural sandstone arch in Utah
A sandstone natural bridge reached by trails in southern Utah; Coyote Natural Bridge attracts hikers and photographers drawn to desert geology and wide panoramas.
How to Get to Coyote Natural Bridge #
The bridge lies on Bureau of Land Management land off county dirt roads south of Escalante and north of the Hole-in-the-Rock Road corridor. Access often requires a high-clearance vehicle; from Escalante, follow local BLM route roads (confirm current conditions with the Garfield County BLM field office). Navigation is best with a GPS or waypoint; expect a moderate hike from the nearest legal parking area.
Tips for Visiting Coyote Natural Bridge #
- Approach via high-clearance vehicle if coming from BLM dirt roads; section of route can be sandy after rain.
- Bring a detailed topo or GPX: mobile reception is spotty; signs are minimal.
- Visit in early morning light - the sandstone glows and shadows reveal the bridge's underside textures.
Best Time to Visit Coyote Natural Bridge #
Desert-season timing matters most: avoid summer heat and winter flash-flood risk.
Weather & Climate near Coyote Natural Bridge #
Coyote Natural Bridge's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 36°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Almost no rain.
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