The beautiful landscape surrounding Moab, particularly in Arches National Park, is a photographer’s dream. Red rock formations transform under the changing light of the day to offer some of the best photos in the world. Whether you’re an expert photographer or just a hobbyist, start snapping with our list of the best places to take photos in Arches National Park.
Many scenic views in the park are best photographed with the morning sun or under the light of the late afternoon and sunset. Watch as the sun bathes the distinct red rocks in shades of reds and orange, creating a striking contrast with the deep blue skies.
Scenic Arches Drive
The 43-mile paved road offers several pullouts and scenic overlooks for great photos. You can choose to walk off the paved areas to get better angles and distances. Be careful to not disturb the delicate sandstone landscape.
Park Avenue Trail
Walk the paved trail from the parking lot and get the perfect viewpoint of Park Avenue’s towering monoliths. Formations flank either side of the trail, making it resemble the skyscraper-lined streets of the Big Apple. For the best pictures, try middle to late afternoon.
La Sal Mountain Viewpoint
Get up early to catch the rising sun pour a vibrant red glow over the distinct rock formations of the La Sal Mountains. In the autumn months, you can capture transitioning fall foliage adding to the beautiful desert color palette.
Courthouse Towers
Go out early and capture the unique Courthouse Towers area. Stop at the pullout along the scenic drive or La Sal Viewpoint for an impressive view.
Balanced Rock
Take the short trail around this landmark for 360-degree photo opportunities of this iconic park feature.
Delicate Arch
As one of the most popular Arches National Park features, stopping at Delicate Arch is a must. Though not easily accessible from the main road, it’s worth the hike to photograph it up close if you can. If you’re unable to make the hike, you can still capture amazing distant photos from Upper and Lower Delicate Arch viewpoints.
Fiery Furnace
Capture the unique combinations of canyons and fins from the Fiery Furnace overlook. A good spot to capture throughout the day, but the area really lights up at sunset for an incredible experience.
Landscape Arch
Start photographing as you head on the 1.6-mile trail to see the Landscape Arch for awesome pictures of the dry landscape and red rocks. Get as many angles as you can of the arch at sunrise for the perfect photo.
The Windows
The Windows section of Arches National Park is eleven miles into the park and features a large concentration of arches accessible by gradually inclining trails from the parking lot. You have the North, South, and Turret arches to one side of the lot, which are best photographed during the morning just as the sun starts to illuminate the park.
The opposite trail leads to the iconic Double Arch best captured at dusk or dawn. If you’re looking for more adventure, plan a nighttime photography session at the Double arch and catch the distinct rock formations bathed under the light of the moon and starry skies.
Stay at Hotel Moab
After your day of adventures visiting the best places to take photos in Arches National Park, rest your head at night at Hotel Moab Downtown. Just as our name suggests, we are located in the heart of downtown Moab. Offering our guests a central location for exploring all that Moab has to offer.
Our clean and comfortable rooms feature all the modern amenities, including high-speed internet, and flat-screen TVs, to ensure an enjoyable stay. For the best rate guaranteed, always remember to book directly on our website.