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Tower Arch

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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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Tower Arch essentials

Address: Arches National Park, Utah (Klondike Bluffs / Tower Arch area)
Website: nps.gov
Hours: Arches National Park: open 24 hours; Visitor Center seasonal hours vary (check NPS site)
Admission: Arches National Park entrance fee: $30 per vehicle (as of 2024)
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When to Go

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.

Spring
March-May · 50-80°F (10-27°C)
Clear skies, manageable temperatures, and wildflower flashes - the most comfortable season for hiking.
Fall
September-November · 50-80°F (10-27°C)
Cool mornings and long, golden light; crowds thin and the desert is easy to move through.
Summer (avoid midday)
June-August · 80-100+°F (27-38°C+)
Very hot; hike only in early morning or late afternoon and plan extra water.

Weather & Climate near Tower Arch

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
35°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -9° - 3° -6° 19 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
February - -5° - 8° -1° 15 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
March - -1° - 14° 4° 25 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
April - 3° - 19° 11° 23 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
May - 7° - 25° 16° 21 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
June - 13° - 31° 22° 10 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
July - 16° - 35° 26° 21 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
August - 16° - 34° 25° 23 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
September - 10° - 29° 19° 24 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
October - 4° - 21° 12° 31 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
November - -3° - 12° 3° 19 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
December - -8° - 5° -3° 16 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

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.