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Twin Arch

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A double-span sandstone arch in Utah's canyon country, reached by short trails; draws hikers who map out sequences of arches and slot canyons.

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Twin Arch essentials

Address: Arches National Park, UT (area near Devils Garden/Windows)
Website: nps.gov
Hours: Park open 24 hours; Visitor Center seasonal (check nps.gov/arch)
Admission: Arches National Park entrance fee: $30 per vehicle (7 days).
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When to Go

Best Time to Visit Twin Arch

Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to visit. Summer is hot; winter brings fewer crowds but possible snow.

Spring
April-May · 50-75°F (10-24°C)
Pleasant hiking temperatures and clearer skies.
Fall
September-October · 55-80°F (13-27°C)
Warm days, cool nights-ideal for exploring multiple arches in a day.
Winter
December-February · 20-45°F (-6-7°C)
Cold and quiet; snow can make the red rock surreal but trails may be icy.

Weather & Climate near Twin Arch

Climate

Twin 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 36°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.

Air Quality: AQI 19 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
36°
Warmest Month
-9°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - -9° - 4° -5° 20 mm - - 1.5 m/s - -
February - -5° - 9° 0° 14 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
March - -1° - 14° 5° 23 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
April - 3° - 20° 11° 23 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
May - 8° - 26° 17° 21 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
June - 13° - 32° 22° 10 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
July - 16° - 36° 26° 22 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
August - 16° - 35° 25° 23 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
September - 10° - 29° 20° 23 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
October - 3° - 21° 12° 31 mm - - 2.1 m/s - -
November - -3° - 12° 3° 20 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
December - -8° - 6° -3° 17 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Twin Arch

From Moab, enter Arches National Park on U.S. 191 and drive to the Devils Garden/Windows area via Arches Scenic Drive. Park at the nearest designated lot and follow the marked trails-most approaches to smaller arches including Twin Arch are under 1 mile round-trip on maintained paths.

Tips for Visiting Twin Arch

  • Go early to avoid the midday crowds and harsh light; the best photos are at first or last light.
  • Combine this stop with the nearby Windows and Double Arch loops to make a half-day of easy hikes.
  • Respect signage-some of the flatter sandstone slabs are closed to protect cryptobiotic soil.