This week is International Dark Sky Week. 🔭

⭐️At Arches National Park, you are able to witness a wealth of stars. In 2019, Arches National Park became certified as an official International Dark Sky Park.⭐️

Photo provided by: Kyle Ackerman

Visiting Arches this spring? Here are some pro tips:
🎫 Reserve your ticket for visits between 7 am and 4 pm: go.nps.gov/ArchesTicket
💻 Be prepared, plan what you want to do: nps.gov/arches
🧥 Bring layers
🤔 Have a backup plan
💦 Bring and drink water

Calling all future Archeologists! 📢 The Southeast Utah Group & #AncestralLandsConservationCorps seek an Individual Placement Archeology Technician interested in learning more about cultural heritage management in the NPS. Learn more & apply: jobs.silkroad.com/ConservationLe…

Double the rainbow, double the luck!🍀🌈

You might not find gold out in the park, but you'll find plenty of beautiful views and red rock!

NPS Photo: David Gomora

It’s #NISAW , National Invasive Species Awareness Week! 🌾 🥾 ✨ In Arches and Canyonlands, our first step in invasive species management is preventing them from being introduced by practicing #PlayCleanGo : playcleango.org

🎉Big news! We have a new superintendent, Lena Pace!
“I am honored to be selected to lead this iconic group of parks and am so grateful for the diverse career I've had across the National Park Service that has led me to this point,” says Pace. Learn more: nps.gov/cany/learn/new…

Double the arch, Double the fun.

Double Arch is the tallest arch in the park at 112 feet tall. It is also the second widest arch at 144 ft wide. That's pretty impressive if you ask us.

The trail to get to Double Arch is .6 mile round-trip.

📸NPS/ Andrew Kuhn

🌧️Many people shy away from visiting Arches National Park during rainy days, but rain brings a different type of beauty to our park.

Rain fills potholes on the rocks and can also create temporary waterfalls along the rocks!

NPS Photos: Melissa Hulls, Neal Herbert

Planning to visit Arches in May 2024? #TimedEntryTickets for the month of May are available now! Head over to recreation.gov/timed-entry/10… to reserve your spot. Tickets will sell quickly, so make your Rec.gov account in advance.

POV: Your bestie suggests a trip to Arches this summer...& you have all the sweet tips for an epic trip. We’re proud of you, boo 😘👏🏾 Plan your next trip like a Park Ranger: go.nps.gov/ArchesTopTips
#PlanForVacationDay #PlanLikeAParkRanger #ArchesTimedEntry #ArchesTopTips

Today is the day! Timed Entry Tickets for April 2024 are available at 8 am MST on recreation.gov/timed-entry/10…. Tickets Tickets may go quickly, so make your Recreation.gov account in advance.

Already planning next year’s trip? Don't forget entrance #FeeFreeDays !
🎉 1/15 – MLK Jr. Day
🦌️ 4/20– National Park Week 
🌳 6/19 – Juneteenth
⛰️ 8/4– Great American Outdoors Day
🌻 9/28 – National Public Lands Day
🎖️ 11/11– Veterans Day
Details: nps.gov/orgs/1207/nati…

Visiting Arches? From 4/1-10/31/24, you’ll need a timed entry ticket to enter the park. In this video, Rangers help you plan your next trip and outline exactly what you’ll need. Watch the full video on our website: nps.gov/media/video/vi…

🔥 Heads up! If you plan to visit now through March 2024, you may notice burning piles of dead vegetation throughout Canyonlands & Arches. 🔥 No need to worry! These are prescribed burns that are planned & managed by park staff. Learn more: ow.ly/A7A650QgwWu

🎨🖌️ The Southeast Utah Group is pleased to announce Annie Dalton as the 2024 Community Artist in the Parks! Annie strives to create art that encourages people to slow down, savor the moment, and reconnect with nature. Learn more about Annie & CAIP: go.nps.gov/CAIP

📢 Arches announces another pilot vehicle reservation system using timed entry in 2024! Visitors can book reservations on a first-come first-served basis starting 1/2/24.
Read the full news release: nps.gov/arch/learn/new…
More info about the program: go.nps.gov/ArchesTicket

It's time to prepare to recreate in colder temperatures!

💧Make sure to stay hydrated even with cooler temperatures, and pack water.

👚Make sure to have some layers! Bring warm layers (including gloves and hats) in case you experience a cooler day or strong winds.

Arches seeks public feedback about visitor experiences and long-term strategies for visitor access. Now through 12/1/23, you are invited to submit your comments. Input received will be used to inform strategies for the future.
Find more info: nps.gov/arch/learn/new…