Stevens Arch
Arch Large desert sandstone arch in southern Utah
A sandstone arch reached by rugged trails in southern Utah; Stevens Arch draws hikers and photographers seeking canyon panoramas and close-up views of erosion-formed rock.
How to Get to Stevens Arch #
Access is from backcountry roads in the Grand Staircase-Escalante region; check local maps and park service notices for the best route. High-clearance vehicles are recommended and seasonal closures can apply.
Tips for Visiting Stevens Arch #
- Bring a wide-angle lens: the arch is most impressive when shot from the base looking up with a sense of scale.
- Approach via Grand Staircase-Escalante access roads; a high-clearance vehicle is recommended for the last stretch in spring runoff.
Best Time to Visit Stevens Arch #
Stevens Arch is best visited in mild months for hiking access; summers can be hot and winter roads may be closed.
Weather & Climate near Stevens Arch #
Stevens Arch'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 -4°C to 37°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of -1°C. Almost no rain.
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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 6°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 34°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 5 mm.
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 37°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is warm with highs of 35°C and lows of 20°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 8°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Almost no rain.