NPS/Verdin Arches National Park has many areas that are accessible for people with physical or mobility concerns. The park scenic drive passes many notable arches and rock formations that are visible from the road. This page provides details on accessible activities and facilities. Programs and ToursRanger ProgramsRangers offer programs spring through fall.
Fiery Furnace HikesRangers lead hikes through the Fiery Furnace daily spring through fall. Reservations are required. These hikes are physically demanding and require walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, along narrow ledges above drop-offs, and in loose sand. There are gaps you must jump across and narrow places that you must squeeze into and pull yourself up and through. In some places, you must hold yourself off the ground by pushing against the sandstone walls with your hands and feet. CampgroundDevils Garden CampgroundCampsites Two sites at Devils Garden Campground are accessible for people with disabilites or limited physical mobility. The majority of the accessible sites are paved, making it easy to navigate with a wheelchair. The tent pad is dirt, but the rest of the area surrounding the picnic table, grill, and fire ring is paved. There is an accessible bathroom nearby.
Restrooms All toilets at Devils Garden Campground are accessible. Amphitheater The amphitheater has a designated parking area. The sidewalk to the amphitheater is paved. The ground surface at the amphitheater is gravel. Benches are available. Routes There are no paths through the campground. Travel through the campground is via the paved road, which has steep slopes, speed bumps, and drainage ditches. Wheelchairs may require assistance navigating the campground road. Visitor Center
Trails and FacilitiesAll toilets in the park are accessible to wheelchairs. The picnic areas near Balanced Rock, Panorama Point, and Devils Garden have paved sections. Devils Garden Campground has two accessible sites and the amphitheater has a paved walkway. Trail Access DetailsThe sections below display detailed accessibility information about each trail at Arches National Park. Distances listed are all roundtrip. Please be aware that conditions may have changed since trails were last assessed. Temporary obstructions may include rockfall, gullies, or potholes in hardened sections of trail.
TRAIL LENGTH: 0.8 mi (1.4 km)
SURFACE: pavement, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps TYPICAL GRADE: 5% MAXIMUM GRADE: 22% 21% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 8 ft (2.5 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 3% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 14% 5% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
TRAIL LENGTH: 1.8 mi (3.2 km)
SURFACE: bedrock, sand OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps, ledges TYPICAL GRADE: 5% MAXIMUM GRADE: 52% 19% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 4 ft (1.2 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 5% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 29% 10% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
The first section of the Balanced Rock Trail is paved, with 6 ft (1.8m) minimum tread width, 7% maximum grade, and 3% maximum cross slope.
TRAIL LENGTH: 0.3 mi (0.4 km) SURFACE: pavement, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps TYPICAL GRADE: 4% MAXIMUM GRADE: 23% 10% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 6 ft (1.8 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 32 in (81 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 3% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 17% 5% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
The Windows Trail is a one mile (1.6 km) loop, consisting of a main section and a primitive section described separately below.
Main Windows TrailSURFACE: firm, bedrockOBSTRUCTIONS: rock stairs TYPICAL GRADE: 6% MAXIMUM GRADE: 38% 22% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 10 ft (3.1 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 5 ft (1.5 m) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 2% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 21% 1% of the trail exceeds 10% slope Windows Primitive TrailSURFACE: firm, bedrockOBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps & ledges TYPICAL GRADE: 7% MAXIMUM GRADE: 79% 33% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 8 ft (2.5 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 7% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 46% 24% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
TRAIL LENGTH: 0.6 mi (1 km)
SURFACE: hard, though sandy near end OBSTRUCTIONS: none TYPICAL GRADE: 5% MAXIMUM GRADE: 14% 17% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 9 ft (2.7 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 7 ft (2.1 m) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 3% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 16% 3% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
The Lower Delicate Arch Viewpoint trail has a hard surface with no obstructions, 12 ft (3.7 m) minimum tread width, 8% grade or less, and maximum 5% cross slope.
The Upper Viewpoint Trail is more strenuous. TRAIL LENGTH: 0.5 mi (0.8 km) SURFACE: firm OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps & stairs TYPICAL GRADE: 9% MAXIMUM GRADE: 41% 45% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 9 ft (2.7 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 4 ft (1.2 m) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 4% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 20% 11% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
The first section of trail, leading to a historic cabin and pictograph panel, has a hard surface, less than 8% grade, 5 ft (1.5 m) trail width, and less than 10% cross slope.
Delicate Arch TrailTRAIL LENGTH: 3.2 mi (5.1 km)SURFACE: hard, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: steep climb, rock steps, ledge with drop-off TYPICAL GRADE: 9% MAXIMUM GRADE: 80% 46% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 5 ft (1.5 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 6% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 41% 20% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
This trail has options for starting location and length. From the park road, you can hike just to Sand Dune Arch and back, or make a loop through Broken Arch by walking through some of Devils Garden Campground. These options are described separately below.
Sand Dune Arch Trail (out-and-back)TRAIL LENGTH: 0.4 mi (0.6 km)SURFACE: bedrock, deep sand OBSTRUCTIONS: boulder in narrow passage TYPICAL GRADE: 5% MAXIMUM GRADE: 50% 22% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 6 ft (1.8 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 19 in (48 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 4% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 11% 3% of the trail exceeds 10% slope Broken Arch Loop TrailTRAIL LENGTH: 1.4 mi (2.3 km)SURFACE: sand, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: rock ledges, boulders, steps TYPICAL GRADE: 7% MAXIMUM GRADE: 99% 25% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 4.5 ft (1.4 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 22 in (56 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 4% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 73% 8% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
TRAIL LENGTH: 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
SURFACE: bedrock, sand OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps TYPICAL GRADE: 5% MAXIMUM GRADE: 51% 18% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 6 ft (1.8 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 3% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 19% 4% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
This trail system consists of sections with different conditions and challenges, which can be hiked sequentially adding up to 7.9 mi (12.7 km) total length. They are described separately below.
Landscape Arch TrailTRAIL LENGTH: 1.8 mi (2.9 km)SURFACE: pavement, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps at end TYPICAL GRADE: 6% MAXIMUM GRADE: 30% 25% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 10 ft (3 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 7 ft (2.1 m) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 4% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 27% 7% of the trail exceeds 10% slope Landscape to Double O ArchTRAIL LENGTH: 4.0 mi (6.4 km), including distance from trailhead to Landscape ArchSURFACE: pavement, bedrock OBSTRUCTIONS: steep climbs, rock steps & ledges, drop-offs TYPICAL GRADE: 9% MAXIMUM GRADE: 602% 36% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 6 ft (1.8 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 7% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 53% 21% of the trail exceeds 10% slope Primitive Loop Return TrailSURFACE: pavement, deep sandOBSTRUCTIONS: steep climbs, rock steps & ledges, deep sand TYPICAL GRADE: 8% MAXIMUM GRADE: 71% 40% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 4 ft (1.2 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 3 ft (91 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 6% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 52% 14% of the trail exceeds 10% slope
TRAIL LENGTH: 2.6 mi (4.2 km)
SURFACE: bedrock, deep sand OBSTRUCTIONS: rock steps & ledges, sand hill TYPICAL GRADE: 11% MAXIMUM GRADE: 117% 50% of the trail exceeds 8% grade TYPICAL TREAD WIDTH: 4 ft (1.2 m) MINIMUM TREAD WIDTH: 20 in (51 cm) TYPICAL CROSS SLOPE: 5% MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE: 37% 10% of the trail exceeds 10% slope 
All-Terrain WheelchairAn all-terrain wheelchair is available at Arches Visitor Center to enable visitors with mobility challenges to enjoy more of the park's trails. The all-terrain wheelchair is non-motorized and requires an assistant/operator to push the chair. The chair is available on a first-come, first-served basis; we do not take reservations. Checking Out the ChairAsk a ranger at the visitor center information desk if the chair is available. Both user and assistant must fill out a waiver prior to use. Either the chair user or the assistant must present an ID and proof of insurance. The ranger will provide a brief training on how to use the chair and review the chair features checklist with both the user and the assistant. The all-terrain wheelchair is available for single day use only and must be returned to the visitor center before it closes on the same day of checkout. The park cannot store personal wheelchairs. For visitor center operating hours, please visit our Operating Hours and Seasons page. Know Before You Go
These trails are well maintained, relatively flat, and under two miles long. One operator is typically enough for seeing these trails with the all-terrain wheelchair:
These trails are impassible in the all-terrain wheelchair without causing damage to the surrounding natural environment, due to the nature of the trail and/or chair dimensions exceeding the minimum width of the trail:
The all-terrain wheelchair is not prohibited on these trails; however, they may have steps, uneven terrain, and other obstacles that require a physically fit operator or multiple assistants to pass.
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Last updated: October 7, 2026