Tucked away in the high desert of Utah, Arches National Park presents a surreal landscape of red rock formations sculpted by the forces of nature over millions of years. Home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, towering pinnacles, and balanced rocks, this iconic park offers a breathtaking showcase of geological wonders.
Visitors can marvel at the fiery hues of sunrise and sunset illuminating the rugged terrain, hike through labyrinthine canyons, or simply gaze in awe at the delicate arches framing the expansive desert sky.
Biome at Arches National Park
Arches National Park, located in eastern Utah, USA, is a unique and diverse ecosystem that spans multiple biomes. The park's terrain, which ranges from 4,000 to 5,500 feet (1,200 to 1,700 meters) above sea level, supports a variety of biomes. Keep on reading to learn more about the biomes at Arches National Park
Airports Near Arches National Park
This is a list of the closest airports to the park, if you plan on flying into Arches click here to read our recommendations.
| Distance to Park | Drive Time | ||
| Canyonlands Regional Airport | 22.8 miles | 15 mins | Get Directions |
| Green River Municipal Airport | 85.8 miles | 55 mins | Get Directions |
| Blanding Municipal Airport | 133.5 miles | 1 hour 31 mins | Get Directions |
| Hanksville Airport | 168.9 miles | 1 hour 35 mins | Get Directions |
| Carbon County Regional/Buck Davis Field | 176.3 miles | 1 hour 46 mins | Get Directions |
| Grand Junction Regional Airport | 176.5 miles | 1 hour 38 mins | Get Directions |
| Cortez Municipal Airport | 198.7 miles | 2 hours 11 mins | Get Directions |
| Bullfrog Basin Airport | 281.8 miles | 2 hours 47 mins | Get Directions |
Cities Near Arches National Park
Here are some of the closest cities and towns near the park, take a look at our recommendations for where to stay when visiting Arches.
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| Moab | 12.0 miles | Get Directions |
| Green River | 62.1 miles | Get Directions |
| Fruita | 90.2 miles | Get Directions |
| Monticello | 91.7 miles | Get Directions |
| Grand Junction | 97.1 miles | Get Directions |
| Palisade | 115.8 miles | Get Directions |
| Blanding | 117.7 miles | Get Directions |
| Delta | 130.1 miles | Get Directions |
| Castle Dale | 138.6 miles | Get Directions |
| Price | 148.0 miles | Get Directions |
Arches National Park TimeZone
The timezone at Arches is America/Denver, the current time here is:
Sunrise and Sunset Times at Arches National Park
This table shows the sunrise and sunset times at Arches for the next 10 days, use it to plan your day around Arches stunning displays.
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| December 22, 2024 | 07:31 | 17:02 |
| December 23, 2024 | 07:32 | 17:03 |
| December 24, 2024 | 07:32 | 17:03 |
| December 25, 2024 | 07:33 | 17:04 |
| December 26, 2024 | 07:33 | 17:04 |
| December 27, 2024 | 07:33 | 17:05 |
| December 28, 2024 | 07:34 | 17:06 |
| December 29, 2024 | 07:34 | 17:07 |
| December 30, 2024 | 07:34 | 17:07 |
| December 31, 2024 | 07:34 | 17:08 |
Weather at Arches National Park
This table shows weather averages around the year at Arches National Park, it provides information on average rainfall, as well as maximum and minimum temperatures. Be sure to consult it when planning your trip.
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| January | -7.2 °C / 2.8 °C | 4.5mm | Bad Weather |
| February | -4.2 °C / 8.2 °C | 3.5mm | Bad Weather |
| April | 4.1 °C / 19.5 °C | 3.9mm | Good Weather |
| May | 9.8 °C / 25.2 °C | 0.7mm | Perfect Weather |
| June | 16.4 °C / 32.9 °C | 2.0mm | Perfect Weather |
| July | 20.5 °C / 35.7 °C | 5.7mm | Bad Weather |
| August | 18.4 °C / 33.5 °C | 8.0mm | Bad Weather |
| September | 13.8 °C / 29.6 °C | 7.4mm | Perfect Weather |
| October | 5.4 °C / 19.3 °C | 13.4mm | Good Weather |
| November | -1.7 °C / 12.5 °C | 4.4mm | Bad Weather |
| December | -7.1 °C / 4.5 °C | 15.3mm | Bad Weather |