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Mesa Arch Loop Trail in Canyonlands National Park

The Mesa Arch Trail in Canyonlands National Park offers hikers a brief and accessible loop leading to the stunning Mesa Arch, a natural stone arch perched at the edge of a cliff. This formation frames expansive views of the rugged canyons below and the distant La Sal Mountains. The trail's minimal elevation change and well-marked path make it suitable for all fitness levels, providing an excellent opportunity to experience the park's unique geology and panoramic vistas. #Hiking #Loop #Arch #Desert #Nature

  • Distance: 0.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 92 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,188 ft
  • Elevation loss: 92 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,109 ft
  • Moving time: 17 m 18 s
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.2 mph
  • Total time: 19 m 15 s
  • Global speed: 2.1 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 0.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 92 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 6,188 ft
  • Elevation loss: 92 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 6,109 ft
  • Moving time: 17 m 18 s
  • Moving speed: 2.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.2 mph
  • Total time: 19 m 15 s
  • Global speed: 2.1 mph

About this trail

Name: Mesa Arch Loop Trail in Canyonlands National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Mesa Arch, Mesa Arch Loop, San Juan County, Utah, United States (38.38912 -109.86802)

End: Mesa Arch, Mesa Arch Loop, San Juan County, Utah, United States (38.38910 -109.86803)

Coordinates: 38.38787 -109.86803 38.38958 -109.86358

Topography: San Juan County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Mesa Arch Loop

United States > Utah > San Juan County

Canyonlands National Park. #Hiking #Loop #Canyon #Nature

Distance: 0.7 mi • Elevation gain: 102 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,188 ft

Mesa Arch Loop

United States > Utah > San Juan County

Canyonlands National Park #Hiking #Loop #Arch #Desert

Distance: 0.7 mi • Elevation gain: 105 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,191 ft

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