Pine Tree Arch
Arch Sandstone natural arch inside Arches National Park
Pine Tree Arch in Utah sits among red‑rock sandstone formations; visitors reach it by short hikes to photograph the arch and explore nearby trails in national‑park country.
How to Get to Pine Tree Arch #
From Moab, drive north on US-191 to the Arches National Park entrance; follow the Arches Scenic Drive to pullouts and trailheads. The arch is reached via short park trails - check signage at trailheads and respect park rules about staying on designated paths.
Tips for Visiting Pine Tree Arch #
- Arrive early or late in the day to avoid the busiest hours on the Arches Scenic Drive; Pine Tree Arch is quieter in the evening light.
- Bring layers - desert temperatures swing dramatically between day and night.
- Park at the designated trailhead along the Arches Scenic Drive and follow official paths to protect fragile cryptobiotic soil.
Best Time to Visit Pine Tree Arch #
Best in spring and autumn for comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds; summer can be hot and winter can bring snow and icy trails.
Weather & Climate near Pine Tree Arch #
Pine Tree 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. Semi-arid with limited 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 2°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 12°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 28°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 3°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.