Be A Junior Ranger

A book cover featuring a colorful drawing of two children playing near a sandstone double arch. The cover reads "Junior Ranger Adventure Guide." The top of the page reads "Arches National Park, National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior."

Junior Ranger Program

Free junior ranger booklets are available at the visitor center, or you can download one below. Filled with fun activities, these books reveal the wonders of Arches to kids and parents alike. By completing five or more exercises and three adventures, participants earn a junior ranger badge and signed certificate. Activities are designed for all ages.

Junior Ranger Booklet [5.3 MB PDF File]


If you complete your Junior Ranger booklet at home, mail the booklet to the park to receive your Junior Ranger badge!

Arches Interpretive Rangers
Arches National Park
PO Box 907
Moab, UT 84532

Become an Arches Virtual Jr. Ranger!

You can become a Jr. Ranger at home! Once you've completed activities, print out your very own virtual Junior Ranger certificate and badge!

Explorer Packs

These packs are designed for families who like to learn together while they explore the park. They contain binoculars, a hand lens, a naturalist guide, a notebook, and activity ideas. Completing at least three activities is another way to earn a junior ranger badge. You can check out and return packs at the Arches or Island in the Sky (Canyonlands National Park) visitor centers.

Last updated: July 21, 2023

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PO Box 907
Moab, UT 84532

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435 719-2299

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