Tower Arch
Arch Natural sandstone arch in Arches National Park
Sandstone arch in southeastern Utah noted by hikers and photographers; visitors reach it on backcountry trails to study rock formations and desert-landscape geology.
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How to Get to Tower Arch #
From Moab, drive north on US-191 and follow signs into Arches National Park. The Tower Arch area is reached via the unpaved Klondike Bluffs/Tower Arch access road inside the park; a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. Expect a 3-3.5 mile round-trip hike from the Tower Arch trailhead across mixed slickrock and desert terrain. Check current road and trail conditions at the Arches National Park Visitor Center or the NPS website.
Tips for Visiting Tower Arch #
- A high-clearance vehicle is helpful for the unpaved approach road; if unsure, park at the nearest pullout and plan for a longer walk.
- Start before 9 a.m. to escape the desert heat and enjoy solitude - Tower Arch sits in one of the park's quieter backcountry sectors.
- Carry water and a printed map; cell service is unreliable within the Klondike Bluffs area.
Best Time to Visit Tower Arch #
Best in spring and fall for mild temperatures and fewer visitors; summer is doable only with early starts and heat precautions.
Weather & Climate near Tower Arch #
Tower Arch's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -9°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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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 14°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 3°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 13°C. The driest month with just 10 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 31 mm of rain.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -8°C. Light rainfall.
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