5-Nights Utah Arches & Canyonlands Hiking Lodge Based

Arches and Canyonlands National Parks offer active explorers an unforgettable introduction to the grandeur of the Colorado Plateau's high desert. Each park brings its own beauty, and both take their name very much to heart. Arches, located on the Colorado River, has over 2,000 natural sandstone arches dotting its terrain. Canyonlands is a maze of vast canyons amidst a colorful landscape. Explore the best of both these exciting worlds from your base in Moab, Utah. Alternating between Canyonlands and Arches, daily hikes take you to scenic viewpoints high above the red canyons of the Colorado River, past giant sandstone arches curving gracefully into the sky, and to panels covered with ancient Native American rock art.

Highlights:

• Explore magnificent sandstone chasms, pinnacles, and spires in Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
• Hike to iconic Delicate Arch, remote Needles, and Devil's Garden, plus discover hidden gems
• Savor guide-prepared picnics in awe-inspiring settings, enjoying panoramic canyon views or marveling at sandstone monoliths

Important Trip Details:
You should be capable of hiking up to 8.5 miles (up to 6 hours) while carrying a daypack. We hike both on- and off-trail; terrain includes dirt and sand trails, open sandstone slickrock, and some steep inclines/declines. Light scrambling may be required in a few sections-this refers to using your hands for balance and support while climbing over uneven rock or navigating short, steep sections of trail.

Minimum Age: 18