Willow Flats in Arches National Park

Willow Flats

A rarely used section of the park

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Willow Flats Details

A rarely used route out of the park to UT-191 is through the sandy washes and gullies of Willow Flats. Not recommended without a high-clearance vehicle, expect a rough ride. A wash crossing outside of the park is often impassable so be sure to check with the Visitors Center if you plan to exit the park via Willow Flats. The Willow Flats Road accesses the Eye of the Whale Arch.

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Nearby Parks Around Willow Flats

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5.8 mi away

Arches

National Park · UT

20.4 mi away

Canyonlands

National Park · UT

94.2 mi away

Capitol Reef

National Park · UT

103.7 mi away

Black Canyon

National Park · CO

114.4 mi away

Mesa Verde

National Park · CO

157.6 mi away

Bryce Canyon

National Park · UT

Nearby Points of Interest Around Willow Flats

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1.0 mi away

Eye of the Whale Arch

Eye of the Whale Arch is a fun family destination for hiking and camping.

1.0 mi away

Rock Pinnacles

A collection of evocative spires.

1.8 mi away

Balanced Rock

Nine miles from the Visitor Center is 128-foot tall Balanced Rock.

1.8 mi away

The Great Wall

The aptly named Great Wall.

2.4 mi away

Petrified Dunes

Ancient sand dunes