Hike to Corona and Bowtie Arches
Follow the railroad tracks and use built-in cables to reach a massive free-standing arch that rivals anything found inside the official national parks.
Itinerary tips
- 1Plan for a 3-mile round trip hike that typically takes 2 to 3 hours including time for photos under the arches.
- 2Drive 10 miles north of Moab on Highway 191 and turn left onto UT-279 (Potash Road) to reach the clearly marked trailhead.
- 3Wear shoes with excellent grip to safely navigate the steep slickrock sections assisted by the safety cables and moki steps.
- 4Bring at least two liters of water per person, as there is zero shade and no water refill stations along the route.
- 5Note that this trail is dog-friendly and located on BLM land, so no national park pass is required for entry.
- 6Look for the prehistoric petroglyph panels along the base of the cliffs shortly after crossing the railroad tracks.
More in Moab
Hike to Delicate Arch at Sunset
Witness Utah's most iconic sandstone span glow fiery orange as the sun dips below the horizon, perfect for the cooler September evenings.
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HikingSunset at Dead Horse Point State Park
Dead Horse Point State Park sits on a mesa about 30 miles from Moab, above a gooseneck bend in the Colorado River. The main overlook is a short walk from the parking area, and late afternoon into sunset is when the canyon walls take on the most colour. The park charges an entrance fee and stays open year round.
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