Elephant Arch is a great desert hike to an arch shaped, you guessed it, like an elephant. The hike begins by walking through a wash as you make your way through a canyon to the base of the arch. The bulk of the trail is very sandy, which is a bit of drag, but the arch is cool, so I think the trek is worth it. While you can see the arch from below, the best view of the elephant is from above, which requires a bit of scrambling.

Elephant Arch Trail Stats

Location: Red Cliffs National Conservation Area

Trailhead Location: Google Maps

Bathrooms?: There are no bathrooms at the trailhead.

Trailhead Parking Difficulty: Moderate. The trailhead is at the end of a dirt road, S. Bullion Dr. The road is a bit bumpy, but should be able to be driven by any vehicle. Parking is alongside the road.

Distance: ~3.5 miles out-and-back

Elevation Gain: 330 ft.

Difficulty: Easy (3-4/10)

Estimated Hike Time: 60-90 minutes

Dog-friendly: Yes, but must be on a leash.

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