Arches National Park NPS/Veronica Verdin
About this site

Discover a landscape of contrasting colors, land forms, and textures unlike any other. The park has over 2,000 natural stone arches, hundreds of soaring pinnacles, massive rock fins, and giant balanced rocks. This red-rock wonderland will amaze you with its formations, refresh you with its trails, and inspire you with

NPS · National Park Service

Arches National Park

PASSLANDS ✦ VERIFIED PASS ACCEPTED CONFIRMED

Yes — your pass gets you in.

Your pass covers the $30 park entrance fee.

  • Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee. Entrance - Private Vehicle: $30Entrance - Motorcycle: $25Entrance - Per Person: $15
  • HoursArches National Park is generally open 24 hours a day, year-round. Fees apply. The park is very busy between March and October. To avoid traffic, we recommend entering the park before 8 am or after 3 pm.
  • Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
  • Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
Where it is
38.7226, -109.5864
Get directions

Arches National Park is located in southeast Utah, five miles north of Moab on US 191. From Moab, Utah, drive five miles north on Main Street/US 191. Turn right at the stoplight. From Interstate 70, take exit 182 (Crescent Junction), then drive south 28 miles on US 191. Turn left at the stoplight.

Camp at Arches National Park This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Arches National Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Arches National Park?

Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.

Yes Can you camp at Arches National Park?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include Amphitheater, Balanced Rock, Broken Arch Connector, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Yes Can you bike here?

Yes — biking is available at Arches National Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.

Depends Can you bring a dog?

Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.

No Are drones allowed?

No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.

Yes What are the hours?

Arches National Park is generally open 24 hours a day, year-round. Fees apply. The park is very busy between March and October. To avoid traffic, we recommend entering the park before 8 am or after 3 pm.

Nearby sites

Bureau of Land Management

Bar M Trail System

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

Biking
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Bureau of Land Management

Lost Spring Canyon

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

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Bureau of Land Management

Big Bend Recreation Site

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

BoatingCampingHiking
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Bureau of Land Management

Drinks Canyon Camping Area

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

Camping
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