Corona Arch — Attraction in Moab

Best hike I've ever gone on. We were passing through from Denver on the way to SLC and only had an hour or two to stay to see one of the arches. This one was perfect, free, short hike, and mostly empty from other people. The GPS took us to the wrong location but if you just keep driving down the paved road you'll eventually see the sign for corona arch. I had read the reviews prior about it being an easy and flat hike. This might be true for experienced hikers, but as someone who is from the city in TX where there is not even the slightest of hills, pure flat ground everywhere, this hike definitely left me winded lol. Its steep, marked with green paint marks on the ground, make sure to wear proper shoes with grip, and bring enough water. Its a little difficult if you're not an active person or not used to the slightest of slopes. But I would 100% recommend trying it out if you're able to. Just pace yourself and take breaks when needed. We passed a few other hikers but besides that when we got to the arch it was completely empty. Its a really incredible feeling being up there in the vastness of nature with no one around. Winds did pick up every now and then so watch out for that. We went around 7-8pm and it was an incredible view starting to...

The hike to Corona Arch is mostly an easy to moderate trail. There are a few parts where the trail gets steep or hugs a hill and you're walking on a narrow path on a slanted rock surface. Near the end, there's a short part when you have to climb a steeper rock face with a ladder and a chain. This part can be difficult for those who are afraid of heights, falling, or seeing over the edge, or those who may have difficulty climbing back down. (Recommendation is to come back down the way you went up, facing the rock and using the chain to lower yourself.) You can see Corona Arch from that point without going all the way though, and it's still a great view for those who don't want to attempt it. Beautiful views of the surrounding geological features along the entire hike.

A side trip along the trail before getting to Corona Arch leads to Bowtie Arch. It's worth the additional out-and-back if you have time for both.

The trail is open year-round, pets are allowed on a leash, and there are other trails and camping nearby. Allow a few hours for a leisurely hike with friends, kids, pets, etc. Not a lot of shade and it can get hot out there, so bring water with you. You can stop along the trail for lunch or a snack, just bring out any trash or food...

Not too strenuous or long, but packed with enough adventure and steep parts to keep it exciting for kids. Corona Arch is somewhat unique in that you can travel under, around and even on top of the arch if you follow the carved steps behind and to the right.

The Pinto Arch side trail is optional but definitely recommended as it provides stunning views of the canyon and Pinto is a fun arch to climb in and around.

Bowtie Arch can't be missed as it is right next to Corona Arch, but the giant king of the show is definitely the Corona.

The sense of scale as you approach becomes more and more spectacular, the rope climb, ladder and well marked trail make the difficult parts achievable for kids but clearly tough for dogs!

It is almost all south facing with none to very little shade, so plan accordingly. Great three hour family adventure for us and our kids ages 7-12, not as long or as uphill as Delicate Arch plus the price (free) is right!

Super stinky non-plumbing bathrooms at the trailhead, but well-maintained and stocked when...