Sand Dune Arch
Sand Dune Arch
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Arch formation at the end of an easy hiking trail.
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FYL003
Chicago, IL1,047 contributions
Apr 2021 • Couples
The short walk to the arch was like entering the world of Indiana Jones. There are lots of photo ops. Beautiful rock formations, smooth large boulders jutting from fine sandy ground. It is a treasure hidden from the roadside view.
Written 21 April 2021
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lithlith
Michigan917 contributions
Jul 2021
Sand Dune Arch is a neat little arch that you cannot see from the road. It is a short walk/hike from the parking lot (most of which is through sand). Depending on the time of day you're there, once you arrive at the arch, you'll enjoy a break from the heat in the shade. Since it's an easy hike from the parking, there are lots of families and children there, which make it tricky to take a photo without anyone in it.
Written 11 July 2021
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Diane B
Lehighton, PA59 contributions
May 2022
My husband, two young adult sons and I visited Sand Dune Arch on a 101° day after hiking to many of the other sights there. This area was absolutely beautiful and refreshing. It felt like an oasis in the desert minus the water. I think the temperature must have dropped 30° when we entered this area. The sand was cool on my bare feet and pretty cold in one or two places. I could have stayed for hours! One of my sons said this was his favorite place in all of Arches NP.
Written 25 May 2022
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Suzanne
Dallas, TX319 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
Highlight experience in my book. Arch is not visible from the parking area but a short distance away through a sandy area is a wonderful unique arch/area. It was not an issue to take our turn for a photo as it was not too crowded. Must do stop!
Written 23 September 2024
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Do S
Pittsburgh, PA103 contributions
Oct 2021
Go early as with all the easy (and some of the not so easy) trails in Arches, it gets very busy by mid morning. We got there around 7:30am and there were only a few scattered couples in and out. Hidden gem very close to the road. A must do.
Written 10 October 2021
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MKTBE
Topeka, KS4,157 contributions
Sept 2020 • Couples
It is a short hike into the aptly named Sand Dune Arch. I think I would rather hike up hills, than slog through sand in hiking boots! The area around the arch is small and crowded, which makes unobscured pictures a little difficult. Still worth doing though!
Written 16 September 2020
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TravelingSoccerLoon
Saint Paul, MN6,360 contributions
Aug 2020
Probably my least favorite arch. Not overly interesting and because of its easy accessibility from the main road with a short walk from the parking lot, it was crowded including lots of children running all about. Felt like I was at a playground.
Written 13 September 2020
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williwanna
Boston, MA105 contributions
Oct 2020
I don' t know how can this place only get 4 stars?? In my opinion, this is the coolest arch in the park. It is a hidden gem. When I visited the park, people all hiked in double arhes, or delicate arch. I did not plan to hike in SandDune, but I even found a parking here! Too good to not park and explore.
The hike is so unique, you are walking on the sand! very fine nice yellow/red-ish sand. It is just pretty and comfortable. Then you go through these narrow gaps, and you see suddenly enter a rabbit hole. Then you see this big, round, and not too tall arch. So may kids are playing, and family having picnic. There are also many rocks on the side if you want to rock climb. Very fun place!
The hike is so unique, you are walking on the sand! very fine nice yellow/red-ish sand. It is just pretty and comfortable. Then you go through these narrow gaps, and you see suddenly enter a rabbit hole. Then you see this big, round, and not too tall arch. So may kids are playing, and family having picnic. There are also many rocks on the side if you want to rock climb. Very fun place!
Written 30 October 2020
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James C
Williamsburg, VA1,108 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
I really enjoyed my early morning walk from the visitor pull out to the Sand Dune Arch. You have to navigate the slot in the rock formation to get there from the improved trail. It’s a easy walk but might be a little challenging for some climbing in the narrow for access. Try it because it’s worth it. Young ones will love the experience hiking in then walking on the small sand dune under the arch.
Written 12 May 2021
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ItchyFeet
Camarillo, CA11,639 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
This arch is a short walk from the parking and is on sand so be prepared for that. In addition to the sand arch there are also some interesting rock formations where giant rocks are very close to each other and present interesting patterns.
This is an area that you should definitely wander around a while and get different types of photos which is what we did.
This is an area that you should definitely wander around a while and get different types of photos which is what we did.
Written 1 November 2020
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Will a larger person fit through the trial to get into the sand dune arch?
Written 30 June 2024
When is the best time to see Sand Dune Arch in all it's magnificent red-orange glory? Trying to plan a wedding there but want to figure out what part of the day shows the arch at is best :) morning? evening? mid-day?
Written 11 July 2017
Sun overhead. Shadows in early am just get the backside of the arch rock structures. But there is spots of natural light in the slot formation if you do go early when the park is not very crowded. Early afternoon is rough to get into the park and access is closed by the park rangers for a few hours to lighten traffic.
Written 12 May 2021
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