Utah’s Arches National Park Unveils Detailed New Official Map Highlighting Delicate Arch, Fiery Furnace, The Windows and Colorado River Access Points
UTAH — Arches National Park has unveiled a newly designed official park map, offering visitors a clearer and more detailed look at key landmarks, trail systems, scenic viewpoints and access points across the iconic red rock landscape near Moab.
The updated cartography outlines major park features including Delicate Arch, Fiery Furnace, The Windows Section, Balanced Rock, Courthouse Towers and the Colorado River corridor, along with roads, trailheads and visitor facilities.
Delicate Arch, Fiery Furnace and Upper Viewpoints Clearly Marked
The new map provides enhanced labeling for Delicate Arch and its Upper and Lower Viewpoints, located in the northeastern section of the park. Elevation markings and trail distances are clearly indicated, helping visitors better understand hiking access.
Just north of the main park road, Fiery Furnace Viewpoint and Salt Valley Overlook are prominently marked, along with connecting routes near Wolfe Ranch and Cache Valley.
These areas are among the most photographed and visited portions of Arches National Park, and the updated map improves clarity for route planning and orientation.
The Windows Section and Balanced Rock Featured Prominently
In the central-eastern portion of the park, the map highlights The Windows Section, including North Window, South Window, Turret Arch and Double Arch.
Nearby landmarks such as Balanced Rock, Garden of Eden and Parade of Elephants are also clearly identified, with road access and parking areas labeled along the main scenic drive.
Distance markers in miles and kilometers are included throughout, allowing visitors to better gauge travel times between major formations.
Courthouse Towers, Petrified Dunes and Park Avenue Trail
South of the central park area, the map emphasizes Courthouse Towers, Three Gossips, Sheep Rock and Tower of Babel, along with the Park Avenue Viewpoint and Trailhead near the park entrance.
The Petrified Dunes and The Great Wall areas are also detailed, showing both roadway access and hiking trail connections.
The Visitor Center and Entrance Station near Moab are clearly labeled, helping first-time visitors navigate entry procedures and facility locations.
Colorado River Corridor and Scenic Byway Connections
Along the southeastern boundary of the park, the map traces the Colorado River corridor, including nearby areas such as Upper Big Bend, Goose Island and Grandstaff.
Highway connections to Moab, Canyonlands National Park – The Needles District, and State Route 128 are also shown, providing context for regional travel.
To the northwest, Utahraptor State Park and its visitor center are identified, as well as Fossil Flats Primitive Campground and designated off-highway vehicle restrictions.
Enhanced Trail, Road and Facility Details
The legend outlines distinctions between:
- Unpaved roads
- Four-wheel-drive routes
- Hiking trails
- Paved bike and pedestrian paths
Facilities including restrooms, drinking water, picnic areas, campgrounds and stargazing locations are clearly marked with updated icons.
A reminder note on the map emphasizes parking regulations, advising visitors to park only in designated spaces and return later if lots are full.
What This Means for Visitors Planning a Trip
The redesigned map improves navigation across one of Utah’s most visited national parks. By clearly identifying major geological formations, trail distances and access points, the update helps reduce confusion and supports safer trip planning.
Visitors heading to Arches National Park near Moab, Utah, especially during peak travel seasons, may find the new map particularly useful for coordinating hikes to Delicate Arch, exploring The Windows Section or planning scenic drives through the Fiery Furnace region.
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