Kolob Arch — Attraction in Four Corners States

Kolob Arch — An Underrated Masterpiece Worth Every Step I embarked on the long trek to Kolob Arch through Zion's Kolob Canyons, and every mile was a gift. Towering red cliffs, whispering creeks, and an almost silent path led me deeper into the wild—and eventually to the awe-inspiring arch itself. It’s one of the longest freestanding natural arches around, yet because you can’t walk right under it, the real reward is the journey: solitude, sweeping views, and the sense of discovery. We only saw a handful of other hikers all day. Whether you’re there for the scenic day hike or an overnight backpacking adventure, Kolob Arch is a hidden gem that defines what it means to explore. Bring water, a light pack, and an early start—then let nature take care of the rest. You’ll be proud you made this...

This hike is spectacular, but you have to have some hiking patience. It's long and the last mile back to the trailhead is a beast uphill. The rewards are more subtle than some other hikes. Kolob Canyon is beautiful with towering, brightly-colored walls and small falls into reflective pools. Kolob Arch is spectacular, but you'll only see it at a distance. Still, worth the hike to see the 2nd-largest natural span in the world! A trip further to Bear Trap Canyon gives an even tighter canyon experience and ends with a taller, more impressive waterfall. Best of all, you won't see many other people here. I'd give it 5 stars, but I've been on hikes with a better bang for your buck than this one. Still: scenic, tranquil, and remote. Hard to beat. I've been back...

I came here on a Sunday morning around 10:30AM, showed the national parks pass at the visitor center, then drove to the parking spot for this hike and snagged a parking spot (there were about 3 parking spots left). The hike was downhill at first which was smooth sailing, and the bottom of the canyon was pretty flat and scenic with the creek! The arch was hidden a bit away from the main trail, and it wasn't super impressive. Even at the arch, it was far away and a bunch of trees were in the way to see it very well. I didn't run into many people...