There are so many amazing geologic wonders to see in Arches National Park. Many need just a short walk, many you see from the car. Now this is a spectacular road tour!
Inter-Laken Hike Along Twin Lakes
Here we are at beautiful Twin Lakes. We were here last year to drive up CO-82 and explore Independence Pass as well as hike to Linkins Lake. It was an 11,000 to over 12,000 foot adventure! The problem was it was only nice, make that great, weather the morning of those adventures. The rest of that day and every day spent in Twin Lakes it rained interspersed with terrible wildfire smoke. So here we are: try, try again!
On the south side of the Twin Lakes is a hike to an historic resort known as Inter-Laken. Starting around 1890 it was one of the finest resorts in all the Rocky Mountains. Also one of the most expensive. More on this later, but here we are at the trailhead, so let’s go! This is for you Howard.
SNAP*Shot: Delicate Arch
Delicate Arch is the most famous arch in Arches National Park. It is a symbol of Utah, appearing on their license plates and many brochures, and is also one of the most famous geologic features in the world. The light opening beneath Delicate Arch is 46 feet high and 32 feet wide, making it the largest free-standing arch in the park.
There are three possible hikes to see the arch. Let’s decide which trail we will take.
Landscape Arch–Largest Arch in North America
Let’s take a walk to the largest arch not only in Arches National Park, but North American. It has a light opening of 306 feet, 4th largest in the world. Found in the Devils Garden area of the park, it is a 1.9 mile round trip hike that promises to be stunning. It’s a very windy day so hold onto your hat, grab your water, and let’s go!