• Double O Arch

    Arches

    National Park Utah

Places

Wolfe Ranch

Wolfe Ranch
This one-room cabin housed a family of six, ekeing out a life in this rocky desert.

 
rock art panel

Courthouse Wash Panel
Layers of stories are visible on this rock wall near the Colorado River.

Did You Know?

Close up of biological soil crust

The dirt is alive! A living crust called "Biological Soil Crust" covers much of Arches and the surrounding area. Composed of algae, lichens and bacteria, this crust provides a secure foundation for desert plants. Please stay on roads and trails to avoid trampling this important resource. More...