Arches National Park Print

The forces of nature have acted in concert to create the landscape of Arches, which contains the greatest density of natural arches in the world. Throughout the park, rock layers reveal millions of years of deposition, erosion and other geologic events. These layers continue to shape life in Arches today, as their erosion influences elemental features like soil chemistry and where water flows when it rains.

Arches is located in a "high desert," with elevations ranging from 4,085 to 5,653 feet above sea level. The climate is one of very hot summers, cold winters and very little rainfall. Even on a daily basis, temperatures may fluctuate as much as 50 degrees.

The plants and animals in Arches have many adaptations that enable them to survive these conditions. Some species are found only in this area. The diversity of organisms reflects the variety of available habitat, which includes lush riparian areas, ephemeral pools, dry arroyos, mixed grasslands and large expanses of bare rock.

View official park website for more information.
 
Moab Adventures Print
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Hummer Safaris Print
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Moab Mountain Biking Print
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Moab Golf Print
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Click to see course map
 
Moab Hiking Print
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Moab Rafting Trips Print
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Moab Scenic Flights Print
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Horseback Riding Print
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Cliff Climbing Print
The Moab area is a climbing paradise. The crack routes of Indian Creek are legendary and  are just a short drive from town. The face of Potash cliffs are 5 minutes from town and there are bouldering at several areas like Big Bend along the Colorado River.
 


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