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Hike to Corona Arch

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Follow the railroad tracks and use built-in cables to reach one of the most massive and photogenic arches outside national park boundaries.

Itinerary tips

  • 1Navigate to the trailhead via Potash Road (UT-279) about 10 miles west of US-191.
  • 2Allow at least two to three hours to complete the three-mile round trip at a steady pace.
  • 3Wear footwear with excellent grip to safely navigate the steep slickrock and cable sections.
  • 4Look for the green painted stripes on the rock to help you stay on the correct path.
  • 5Bring a minimum of two liters of water per person as the trail is almost entirely exposed.
  • 6Arrive before 8:00 AM to secure a spot in the gravel parking lot, which fills quickly on weekends.

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