Randy Charrette
Sep 23, 2026
2025 Ford Bronco
Open
We entered through Willow Springs Rd, headed to Eye of the Whale then out to Tower Arch. After Tower arch we headed into Arches NP. The trail was amazing as well as the views. I’ve done this trail a few years ago and do feel the trail had some damage from the recent heavy rains that made a few spots more challenging. Still no problem for my Bronco with 35” tires and lockers. I’d say right now it’s a hard grade 4+ with some of the holes, etc from the rain.
Mike Eisenbraun
Sep 22, 2026
2022 Ford Bronco Badlands
Open
Muddy/Wet
Very fun side trail out to some beautiful views of the Tower Arch area. There are a couple ledges in the first part of the trail that require high clearance, and were a bit tricky while it was raining, but otherwise a fairly easy trail.
Taylor Tindall
Aug 05, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
Trail had some tricky to navigate spots with rocks and shelves, but was very enjoyable. We didn't see anyone while we were out here at all.
Tim Carter
May 27, 2026
2024 Ford Bronco
Open
Hit Tower Arch trail from Salt Road to the TA trailhead. A spotter is really helpful for a couple of ledge drops. A big thanks to the guys from Virginia who let me tail along and provided spotter help. If you happen to read this you guys rock! Then on into the Park on 10 Mile Valley road which was tame by comparison. Beautiful 85 degree day. Not real busy.
Camp Bode
Apr 16, 2026
Open
Normal
Beautiful spires and views along the way to Tower Arch. Trail is sand and slick rock. Had no issues in 4 low going up rock steps and steep climbs in a stock Wrangler. Ran into a tour group at the arch.
Michael Kuhn
Apr 13, 2026
Open
The trail was awesome for a mid range off roader it was technical enough to add some challenges, but easy enough not to add damage to my rig. A couple of spots I got out to look for the best route before proceeding. The back side of Tower Arch is also amazing with plenary of views along the route. I would highly recommend this route.
Philip Preston
Apr 12, 2026
2002 Toyota Landcruiser
Open
Normal
Trails was dry and pretty easy to navigate. In my landcruiser 100 series which is stock height with 33s and the running boards taken off made it just fine. Used 4lo and didn’t even need to use my center lock. Scraped my tow hitch a tiny bit.
Wade Norton
Apr 03, 2026
2022 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
We did this run today, but we made a slight variation/modification. Still not happy that Willow Springs Road has been converted to a state park and doing so they cut off access to the main road unless you want to pay the $10 fee for daily access.. so we turned it into a very big loop. We came in using salt Valley Gorge connecting to yellow cat connecting to tower arch.. departing on 10 Mile Valley to eye of the whale arch, to Willow Springs into arches national Park
Ken Robbins
Jan 21, 2026
2019 Ram 1500 5th Gen Rebel
Open
Normal
Great trail. Really fun afternoon ride. Maybe more than a 4 for some rigs. The Rangers said to run from North to South. Definitely need 4 Low and Hill Descent.
Logan Wendel
Nov 23, 2025
2022 Lexus GX460
Open
Normal
Fun trail. Stock GX460 w/KO3s did just great. Fun walk/hike at the end.
Craig Anderson
Nov 09, 2025
2006 Jeep Wrangler
Open
NormalDusty
Fun trails with some decent rocky obstacles. Only passed a few cars on the way back. Short hike to the arch with some trail markers to keep you on track. The hike is moderately challenging for those who may not hike often or have mobility challenges.
Juan Gamboa
Oct 08, 2025
2022 Jeep Wrangler
Open
Normal
Vincent pawlowski
Sep 22, 2025
2022 Ford Bronco
Open
Normal
The trail was dry with no wet sand or rock. The most difficult obstacles were two slick rock climbs that seemed to come out of no where. We had never done this trail before, so a spotter on top of the rock helped me determine direction once atop the rock. I used a 4x4 2 door Bronco with a 2 1/2 inch lift on 35” General Grabber ATs. There were a couple of other rigs that had to pass. We went from South to North and had a blast.
Zack Heid
Sep 17, 2025
Open
Normal
Ran trail from Salt Valley Rd to Tower Arch rear viewing area. The first major obstacle and climb has eroded and left a large opening that may be difficult to traverse. Multiple different ways to try and go around, but will take proper vehicle placement to prevent larger issues. Took my F250 straight up by straddling the opening. Any narrower vehicle make have difficulty. Two stock jeeps turned around and did not attempt, but could have likely made it. Rest of trailis a mix of rock and sand. Take it slow on the rocks and keep speed up on the sand if not aired down, and you'll have no issues after the first climb. Great view of Tower Arch instead of hiking to it.
Jared Mancha
Jun 30, 2025
Open
Ran from North to South and recommmend doing that. Decent shape, some loose rock and sandy spots. Some technical climbs, the very first climb/obstacle from the north was a bit sketchy with a large hole in the middle, high amounts of sand on left and one decent but tight line on the right side. Went alone, so had to spot myself a couple of times just to be safe. Tip = left foot braking is a solid off-road technique, especially rock crawling and came in handy here. Ran into tour guide trucks a couple of times.
