Near Moonshine Arch Trail
Moonshine Arch
Near Moonshine Arch Trail
Moonshine Arch
Near Moonshine Arch Trail
Moonshine Arch
Near Moonshine Arch Trail
Moonshine Arch
Near Moonshine Arch Trail
Moonshine Arch

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Moonshine Arch Trail

3.9 (10 Ratings)
This is a just under a mile trail leading up Moonshine Arch.
0.9
mi
Distance
291
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews
Access Issues
High-clearance vehicles can drive closer to the arch, or you can park at the lot at the gate.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.9mi
Distance
291ft
Elevation Gain
34ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
5,932ft
High Point
5,653ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This is a one mile trail following an existing jeep trail to Moonshine Arch, an 85 foot long natural sandstone arch with a 40 foot tall window. It is a fairly easy, family friendly hike. You can access the trail from an easily traveled dirt road to the gate. ATVs or high-clearance 4WD vehicles could go further on the trail to an upper trailhead. To access the trail heading north from Vernal, drive on Hwy 191. When you pass the entrance to Steinaker State Park on your left, continue to travel on 191 for just under a mile to a curve in the road. In about the middle of the curve you'll see a dirt/gravel road off to the left. Follow that road until you see a smooth dirt road off to the left (there is a sign there for the arch) and then travel that road to the gate. The parking lot at the gate is usually full of mini vans and cars.

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