Arches via Salt Valley Road

Total Miles
9.3

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Summer, Fall, Spring

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This trail is within the boundaries of Arches National Park. A Park pass is required and can sometimes be closed by a gate at both ends. It winds through Salt Valley as it descends just over 300 feet over almost seven miles. Then climbs almost 500 feet in just under 2.5 miles up to Main Park Road. Depending on the time of the year, this gravel trail can be graded at times. It can be impassible when wet. The views are spectacular as you climb up to the Main Park Road.

Photos of Arches via Salt Valley Road

Arches via Salt Valley Road
Arches via Salt Valley Road

Difficulty

Uneven and rutted areas can be present during certain times of the year. It can also be impassable when wet.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

Access Description

Accessed from Main Park Road in Arches National Park or Valley City Road.

Arches via Salt Valley Road Map

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