➡️ Want to see Delicate Arch but need to maximize your itinerary in Arches National Park? Do this trail instead.

SEE MY VIDEO HERE

Delicate Arch is notably the most popular hike in the park, and for good reason — BUT this iconic spot can be a moderate to difficult hike for some and it can easily take up an entire half day. If you’ve got more than one day in Arches, I definitely recommend doing the actual trail, but if you don’t, this is a great alternative to maximize your time while seeing the most popular and iconic arch in the state.

If you’re strapped for time, but still want to see Delicate Arch — head over to Delicate Arch Viewpoint Trail.

📍 Delicate Arch Viewpoint Trail
🗺️ Located at the end of Wolfe Ranch Road, keep going after the Delicate Arch TH
🥾 1.0 mile RT
📈 177 feet elevation gain
🟢 Easy for most, took us just shy of 30 minutes with plenty of time for photos
🚽 Toilets located at the TH

💡 Even if you don’t want to do the Upper Viewpoint, there’s a lower viewpoint offering views of the arch at less than 0.25 mile RT