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Arches National Park hiking guide

Delicate Arch Trail

A 3.1-mile out-and-back with 590 ft of climbing in Delicate Arch & Wolfe Ranch, rated moderate.

Delicate Arch Trail, Arches National Park
Photo: Juhele_CZ · CC0 1.0

Key facts

Length
3.1 mi (5.1 km)
Elevation gain
590 ft (181 m)
Route type
Out and back
Difficulty
Moderate
Area
Delicate Arch & Wolfe Ranch
Highest point
4,851 ft
Lowest point
4,285 ft

About Delicate Arch Trail

This trail leads to one of the world's most recognizable landmarks, a majestic freestanding arch set amidst dramatic sandstone formations. The hike passes by the historic Wolfe Ranch cabin and a Ute pictograph panel, offering a glimpse into the region's rich cultural and natural history. The trail's scenic views and unique geological features make it a must-visit destination.

Route map

Route map of Delicate Arch Trail in Arches National Park0.25 miN
Start and finishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

This route was checked by Parka editors.

Elevation profile

Elevation profile of Delicate Arch Trail4,4004,6004,8000123Distance (miles)Elevation (ft)High 4,851 ftLow 4,285 ft
Elevation runs from 4,285 ft to 4,851 ft over 3.1 miles of mapped route. The profile is sampled from elevation data along the route.

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