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Canyonlands National Park hiking guide

Mesa Arch Loop

A 0.7-mile loop with 73 ft of climbing in Island in the Sky, rated easy.

Mesa Arch Loop, Canyonlands National Park
Photo: CMy23

Key facts

Length
0.7 mi (1.1 km)
Elevation gain
73 ft (22 m)
Route type
Loop
Difficulty
Easy
Area
Island in the Sky
Highest point
6,182 ft
Lowest point
6,121 ft
Horses
Allowed

About Mesa Arch Loop

This short loop offers breathtaking views through a natural arch, framing the rugged canyon landscape and distant La Sal Mountains. The trail is especially renowned for its spectacular sunrises and sunsets, making it a must-visit for photographers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Route map

Route map of Mesa Arch Loop in Canyonlands National Park250 ftN
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 Mesa Arch Loop6,1506,2000.00.20.40.6Distance (miles)Elevation (ft)High 6,182 ftLow 6,121 ft
Elevation runs from 6,121 ft to 6,182 ft over 0.6 miles of mapped route. The profile is sampled from elevation data along the route.

Nearby in Island in the Sky

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