Tower Arch
Hike through spectacular steep terrain along rock walls, dunes, fins and a valley floor.
Plan Around Tower Arch
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Tower Arch Details
Located in the Klondike Bluffs section of Arches is Tower Arch, a 92 foot tall and lonely arch secluded from most visitor traffic. Bring plenty of water on the 3.4 mile roundtrip hike which will take you through spectacular steep terrain along rock walls, dunes, fins and a valley floor. On the way to Tower Arch see how many contorted stone "goblins" you can count. A few inscriptions on the arch, carved in the 1920's, add an element of mystery to Tower Arch. Watch for cairns on the route and please stay on the trail to protect the living soil.
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
3.4 mile
Estimated time
2-3 hours
Region
N/A
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Tower Arch
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0.7 mi away
The Marching Men
Permits are required for climbing the Marching Men
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Double O Arch
Allow 2.5 to 3 hours for this 4.2 mile roundtrip exploration.
3.1 mi away
Private Arch
Private Arch is an 18 foot high by 38 foot wide arch carved into the red sandstone.
3.5 mi away
Partition Arch Trail
Perfect picnic spot with views of Arches and the La Sal Mountains.
