Arches National Park

Arches contains the world's highest density of natural sandstone arches, with over 2,000 documented. The iconic Delicate Arch is a symbol of Utah, best seen at sunset. The park's landscape of fins, spires, and balanced rocks, like the Windows Section and Landscape Arch, feels otherworldly. The challenging, ranger-led Fiery Furnace hike offers a maze-like adventure.

Located near Moab, it serves as a perfect base for exploring other canyon country parks. Its relatively compact size allows visitors to see major highlights in a day, though exploring deeper reveals its true magic, making it an essential stop for any Southwest itinerary.