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Pine Tree Arch

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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.

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Pine Tree Arch essentials

Address: Arches National Park, Utah 84532, USA
Website: nps.gov
Hours: Park open 24 hours; Arches Visitor Center hours vary seasonally (check NPS site)
Admission: $30 per vehicle (Arches National Park - 7-day pass)
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When to Go

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.

Spring
March-May · 5-25°C
Warm days and cool nights; wildflowers and pleasant hiking conditions.
Autumn
September-November · 10-25°C
Clear skies and comfortable daytime temperatures; crowds taper off after Labor Day.

Weather & Climate near Pine Tree Arch

Climate

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.

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° -5° 21 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
February - -5° - 8° -1° 16 mm - - 1.9 m/s - -
March - -1° - 14° 4° 26 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
April - 2° - 19° 11° 23 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
May - 7° - 25° 16° 22 mm - - 3.2 m/s - -
June - 13° - 31° 22° 10 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
July - 16° - 35° 26° 22 mm - - 2.6 m/s - -
August - 16° - 34° 25° 24 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
September - 10° - 29° 19° 25 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° - 5° -3° 17 mm - - 1.6 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

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.