Arches National Park Travel Guide! Escape the Earth's Surface!

Okay, ladies! 👭 I just got back from Arches National Park, and my phone's memory is completely drained! 🤯 It's so beautiful it leaves you speechless. Every shot is National Geographic-level! 📸 This [step-by-step guide], compiled with painstaking effort, is a must-have. Next time you go to Utah, it'll guarantee you won't step on any landmines! 💯 📍Location: Near Moab, Utah, USA ✨Features: Over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, Martian landscapes, and stunning sunrises and sunsets! [Must-Read Before You Go | Important!] 🎫 Tickets & Reservations! Reservations! Reservations! ✅Timed Entry Ticket: During peak season (usually April–October), you must grab tickets on the official website in advance! Popular time slots disappear in seconds! Remember to set your alarm! ⏰ Without a reservation, you most likely won't get in! ✅America the Beautiful Pass: $80/vehicle/year, allows you to visit all US national parks. A must-buy if you plan to visit 3 or more national parks in a year! Can be purchased on-site or in advance. ✳️What if I can't get a ticket? A small number of tickets for the next day are released every day at 6pm (Mountain Time), so you can try your luck! ☀️ Best Time to Visit: ✅Spring and Autumn (April–May, September–October): The weather is the most comfortable, with moderate temperature differences. Highly recommended! 👍 ✅Summer (June–August): Extremely hot! 🔥 40°C+ during the day is common. Be cautious with outdoor activities and be sure to go out early and return late to avoid the high temperatures. ✅Winter (November–March): There may be snow and icy roads, and some trails may be closed, but there are fewer tourists, and the snow-covered arches are also very special. 🚗 Transportation & Accommodation: ✅You must drive yourself! There is no public transportation in the park. ✅Accommodation: The main base is in the town of Moab. There are many hotels/B&Bs to choose from, but be sure to book well in advance during peak season! Prices are not cheap. You can also consider camping (reservations are required for campsites inside/outside the park). [Must-See Attractions & Hiking Trails] (Difficulty levels: 🚶‍♀️=Easy 🚶‍♂️=Medium 💪=Challenging) 1️⃣Delicate Arch (💪 | Approx. 3mi/4.8km round trip, 146m elevation gain) Utah landmark! It's on the license plate! A must-see! Best time: Sunset 🌅, when the golden light shines on the arch, it's so beautiful you'll cry! But it's also the most crowded. Consider sunrise if you want fewer people. Note: The second half is climbing a large rock slope with no shade. If you go in the summer, be sure to protect yourself from the sun and bring enough water! The last section of the road is a bit dangerous, so those with a fear of heights should be cautious. 2️⃣The Windows Section (🚶‍♀️ | Easy loop) Includes North Window, South Window, and Turret Arch. The road is very easy to walk, with almost no difficulty, suitable for the whole family. There are many photo spots, so it's easy to take great shots. 3️⃣Balanced Rock (🚶‍♀️ | Next to the parking lot) Right by the road, just get out of the car and you're there. The shape is unique and very photogenic. 4️⃣Double Arch (🚶‍♀️ | 0.5mi/0.8km round trip) Filming location for Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade! Very spectacular. You can walk under the arch to feel its enormity. Easy to reach. 5️⃣Landscape Arch (🚶‍♂️ | Approx. 1.8mi/2.9km round trip, first section of Devil's Garden Trail) The largest natural arch in North America! There are now cracks at the bottom, so you can only view it from a distance. Located near the start of the Devil's Garden Trail. The road is flat and easy to walk. If you're in good shape, you can continue further in to challenge the more difficult trail (Double O Arch). 6️⃣Park Avenue Viewpoint (🚶‍♀️ | Next to the parking lot or short trail) Not far from the entrance, the huge stone walls are like skyscrapers, majestic and imposing. [Itinerary Suggestions] ✅One-Day Highlights: Early morning → Park Avenue → Balanced Rock → The Windows Section → Double Arch → (Lunch/Rest) → Start hiking Delicate Arch in the late afternoon to watch the sunset. ✅Two-Day Deep Dive: Day 1: Morning Devil's Garden Trail (hike to Landscape Arch or further) → Afternoon The Windows Section & Double Arch. Day 2: Early morning Delicate Arch to watch the sunrise (avoid the crowds) → Morning Park Avenue → Balanced Rock → In the afternoon, you can choose Fiery Furnace (requires a guide or permit) or play near Moab. [Photo & Outfit Tips] ✳️Time: The golden hour (after sunrise/before sunset) has the softest light and the most saturated colors. ✳️Angle: Use the foreground (such as small stones and plants) to add layers. Include people in the photo when shooting arches to show how magnificent they are. ✳️Outfit: It is recommended to wear bright or solid-colored clothes (red/white/yellow/orange) to contrast with the reddish-brown rocks, which are super photogenic! Avoid earth tones. Comfortable hiking shoes are the most important! 👟 ✳️Equipment: Wide-angle lens for large scenes, telephoto lens for capturing details. Tripod for shooting sunrises, sunsets, and the starry sky. [Essential Item Checklist] 💧 Water! Water! Water! (At least 3–4 liters per person per day, even more in summer!) ☀️ Sunscreen (high SPF), sun hat (wide brim), sunglasses 🥪 Food/Snacks: There are almost no restaurants in the park, so it is recommended to bring your own lunch and energy bars. 👟 Comfortable hiking shoes 🧥 Windbreaker/Jacket: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large. 📷 Camera/Mobile phone power bank 🗺️ Offline map: The signal in the park is very poor! Download the map in advance 🔦 Headlamp/Flashlight: Essential for watching the sunrise and sunset. [Summary Ramblings] Arches National Park is really, really, really shocking! 🧡 That kind of primitive, vast, and magnificent beauty can only be experienced with your own eyes. Although the hike is a bit tiring, especially climbing Delicate Arch, the moment you see the beautiful scenery at the end, it's all worth it! 😭 Promise me, you must go to Arches once in your life! 👍