How long is the Delicate Arch hike?

3.2 miles round trip with 629 feet of elevation gain.

How hard is Delicate Arch?

Moderate. Kid rating: 3 out of 5.

Best season: Spring & Fall (sunset!).

3.2 miROUND TRIP

629 ftELEV GAIN

ModerateDIFFICULTY

3/5KID RATING

Spring & Fall (sunset!)SEASON

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Use sunset as your turnaround alarm.

Utah's license-plate icon. Slickrock climb, zero shade, all-time sunset. Timed entry Apr-Oct.

Heat note: desert country - in summer start at dawn and carry more water than feels reasonable.

2 liters water, trail shoes, sun layer, snacks, small first-aid kit.

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Make it a weekend: Devils Garden Campground (Camping, 6 mi) · Big Bend Campground (Camping, 7 mi) · Ken's Lake Campground (Camping, 19 mi) · Kayenta Campground (Dead Horse Point) (Camping, 22 mi)

More hikes nearby: Sand Dune Arch (Hike, 3 mi) · Fiery Furnace (Hike, 3 mi) · The Windows & Turret Arch (Hike, 4 mi) · Devils Garden to Landscape Arch (Hike, 7 mi)

How long is the Delicate Arch hike?: 3.2 miles round trip with 629 feet of elevation gain.
How hard is Delicate Arch?: Moderate. Kid rating: 3 out of 5.
When should I hike Delicate Arch?: Best season: Spring & Fall (sunset!).