Experience the stunning formations and harsh beauty of Arches National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Explore iconic arches and hike the trails at your own pace!
Experience the stunning formations and harsh beauty of Arches National Park with this self-guided driving tour. Explore iconic arches and hike the trails at your own pace!
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Arches National Park - Arches National Park covers 76,000 acres and features over 2,000 natural stone arches, including the longest one in the U.S., Landscape Arch. With 1.7 million visitors each year, it’s a must-visit spot. Experience it with a self-guided driving audio tour for a fully immersive adventure.
Note: This 39+ mile-long tour…
- Arches National Park - Arches National Park covers 76,000 acres and features over 2,000 natural stone arches, including the longest one in the U.S., Landscape Arch. With 1.7 million visitors each year, it’s a must-visit spot. Experience it with a self-guided driving audio tour for a fully immersive adventure.
Note: This 39+ mile-long tour highlights the key attractions of Arches National Park in 3-5 hours.
- Arches Visitor Center - Our journey into the breathtaking Arches starts just before the park’s entrance and visitor center. Prepare to witness stunning natural monuments, unique rock formations, and ancient, otherworldly landscapes.
- Three Penguins - As we begin our scenic drive through Arches, the first formation we’ll encounter is the Three Penguins. The ancient Ute and Paiute peoples who once inhabited these lands didn’t see penguins; they saw ancient spirits watching over the area. As we drive, we’ll learn about the formations and their significance to the tribes.
- Moab Fault Overlook - Moab’s Fault is a six million-year-old crack in the earth’s crust. As we continue driving, we’ll observe this fault and discover the geologic forces that shaped the landscape of Arches.
- La Sal Mountains Viewpoint - The La Sal Mountains are the second-highest mountain range in Utah. Their tallest peak, visible toward the center of the range, reaches nearly 13,000 feet. We’ll pause our drive through Arches to admire the mountains and learn about the Spanish settlers who displaced the Ute and Paiute tribes.
- Three Gossips - As we drive further through Arches, we’ll pass the iconic Three Gossips formation.
- Courthouse Towers Viewpoint And Trailhead - This brings us to another viewpoint, where we’ll see the Organ, Courthouse, Sheep Rock, and more.
- Petrified Dunes Viewpoint - We’ll also pass the Petrified Dunes and Great Wall. As we drive, we’ll delve into the Ute and Paiute mythologies of this harsh and alien landscape.
- The Great Wall - This is a large wall located to the left just past the Courthouse Wash Bridge. … trail/wash that heads NW towards big blocks leaning against the wall.
- Balanced Rock Trail - Balanced Rock is one of the park’s most iconic attractions, and for good reason. It appears as if a massive boulder is precariously balanced on a thin spindle. Is it held together by concrete? Nope - it’s entirely natural and consists of a single rock.
- Garden of Eden - The Garden of Eden is situated in Arches National Park near Moab, Utah. With no designated trails, it serves as an open hiking area where visitors can explore its various fins and geological structures, including Serpentine Arch and Owl Rock.
- The Windows Road - The Windows Trail starts at the end of The Windows Road in Arches National Park.
- Double Arch - You’ve likely seen Double Arch before - in Indiana Jones! Explore this unique formation while reliving some iconic movie moments.
- Cove of Caves - The Cove of Caves is a backcountry trail located in the Arches National Monument near Moab, Utah.
- Panorama Point - We’ll pass Panorama Point — remember this spot if you plan to return at night for stargazing. With minimal light pollution, you’ll witness an incredible number of stars once the sun sets. Depending on the season, you might even see the entire Milky Way! As we continue our drive, we’ll learn how to stargaze like the Paiute.
- Wolfe Ranch - The Wolfe Ranch, also known as Turnbow Cabin, is located in Arches National Park near Moab, Utah. John Wesley Wolfe settled here in 1898 with his oldest son Fred. A persistent leg injury from the Civil War prompted Wolfe to move west from Ohio in search of a drier climate.
- Salt Valley Road - This is one of the park’s quieter attractions. Like Cache Valley, Salt Valley was formed by the collapse of numerous sandstone domes. The broken pieces of rock scattered on the ground are remnants of that collapse.
- Sand Dune Arch - As we drive and explore more arches, we’ll learn about the Paiute myths behind them, the Spanish and Mormon settlers who tried to survive in this land, and the efforts to preserve this stunning landscape as a national park.
- Skyline Arch - Visit Skyline Arch … A short, out-and-back hike on a well-defined trail leads to an arch in a high wall.
- Devil’s Garden Trailhead - Landscape Arch – This easy segment of the Devils Garden trail (1.9 mi/3.1 km roundtrip) is relatively flat with hard-packed surfaces to walk on.
- Delicate Arch - Witness the grandeur of Delicate Arch, nature’s timeless sculpture. Capture the essence of awe in a single journey through Utah’s iconic landscapes.
This package also includes a bonus tour through Delicate Arch Trail!
- Easy and hands-free usage with GPS autoplay and all-day support via call, chat, or email.
- Comprehensive tour package including full itinerary, travel tips, professional narration, videos, text, and hidden gems.
- Accessible without internet using offline GPS map and route with stop-to-stop directions.
- Enjoy a private, personalized experience with…
- Easy and hands-free usage with GPS autoplay and all-day support via call, chat, or email.
- Comprehensive tour package including full itinerary, travel tips, professional narration, videos, text, and hidden gems.
- Accessible without internet using offline GPS map and route with stop-to-stop directions.
- Enjoy a private, personalized experience with your car, allowing for photo breaks, snacks, and hikes at your own pace.
- Convenient mobile app with easy download link provided, along with password access to your tours.
- Utmost flexibility with no expiration date - use it any day, any time, and spread it over multiple days or trips.
- Cost-effective for groups - only one purchase per car needed, offering savings over individual tickets and bus tours.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Discover the stunning formations and harsh beauty of Utah’s desert with this Arches National Park self-guided driving tour. Learn about iconic formations like Balanced Rock as you drive past, visit famous arches like Delicate Arch, and hike the trails that showcase what…
Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!
Discover the stunning formations and harsh beauty of Utah’s desert with this Arches National Park self-guided driving tour. Learn about iconic formations like Balanced Rock as you drive past, visit famous arches like Delicate Arch, and hike the trails that showcase what makes this place so special! This self-guided tour allows you to explore Arches with maximum flexibility and value. As a bonus, this package also includes a tour through Delicate Arch Trail!
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
New, extra validity — now yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips!
This isn’t an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email with instructions. Follow the instructions right away: • Download the separate app • Enter the password • Download the tour • MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular.
- How to start the tour: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction. • Go to the starting point. (Note: no one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided). • The audio will begin automatically at the starting point. If you face audio issues, visit the FAQ. • Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Amazing Savings: why pay for an expensive, crowded, and limited bus tour — priced per person! — when you can have ONE amazing audio guide on your OWN phone for your WHOLE group?
- Flexibility and Convenience: • Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. It’s perfect for tailoring your exploration and revisiting your favorite spots on future trips. • Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace, free from the constraints of a group.
- Comprehensive Tour Experience: •The app provides a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated audio stories, scripts, images, videos, and recommendations for additional activities. • Enjoy a private experience without the crowds, ideal for personalized stops and photo opportunities.
- Ease of Use and Accessibility: • The app is hands-free and activates stories via GPS, offering support through call, chat, or email. • There is no need for a continuous cell or Wi-Fi connection as the GPS map works offline.
- Memorable Keepsakes: • Utilize the app’s images to create a photo book or share on social media, ensuring you have high-quality, crowd-free memories from your trip.
- Preparation: • After booking, download the app and the tour using a strong Wi-Fi connection. • Review the tour at home before your trip for a better experience.
- Starting the Tour: • Open the app upon arrival at your destination. • Select the appropriate tour based on your starting point. • Head to the starting location; the audio will begin automatically. • Follow the suggested route and adhere to the speed limit for an optimal experience. • By following these instructions and taking advantage of the app’s features, users can enjoy a personalized, flexible, and in-depth exploration of their destination at their own pace and convenience.
- Minimum Mobile OS Requirement: iOS 14 or later / Android 9 (Pie) or later. It is compatible with iPad models that have a GPS chip.
- CarPlay and Android Auto are not yet supported. Connect your phone via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux for audio. Use phone speakers if needed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.