Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Zion—will remain open despite the government shutdown Wednesday.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of people visit Arches National Park to go hiking in the summer months, hoping for long, sunny days filled with outdoor adventure. However, many of these visitors don’t realize just how hot Moab, Utah, and the surrounding area gets from May to September this year, and this can lead to disappointment that their vacation has turned into a sweaty, exhausting ...

Want to see Arches and Canyonlands National Parks in one day? Because of their close proximity to each other, it makes sense to visit Arches and Canyonlands in one day. If you have more time, I definitely recommend splitting up your visit between the parks ...

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There are no restaurants or lodges in Arches National Park, so you'll need to bring your own food or plan to dine in neighboring Moab, Utah, about 5 miles from the park entrance. There are several places to picnic throughout the park, so plan ahead if you ...