Arches NP day 2: Devils Garden Loop

Arches national park requires timed entry reservations and can be tricky to get. Luckily fiery furnace permits allow entry and we snagged a reservation for 7am for this day. We headed into the park and to the Devils Garden trail. This 7.5 mile long, 1100 ft elevation gain trail takes you past several arches and formations. One of the most dramatic arches is also one of the first, Landscape Arch. Discovered in 1933, it’s the 5th longest arch in the world (behind 4 in china) at 290 ft from side to side. So many beautiful views and much easier navigation compared to last time I was here and did it solo. Dave has taught me so many helpful skills which definitely helps on primitive trails such as this.Read more