Natural Bridges National Monument

Natural Bridges preserves some of the finest examples of natural stone architecture in the southwest. On a tree-covered mesa next to deep sandstone canyons, three natural bridges formed when meandering streams slowly cut through the canyon walls. In honor of the Native Americans that made this area their home, the bridges are named "Kachina," "Owachomo" and "Sipapu."

The Basics

Hours:

Natural Bridges is open year-round. The visitor center is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The visitor center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, December 25th and January 1st.

Address:

HC-60 Box 1
Lake Powell, UT 84533

Phone:

435-692-1234

Fax:

435-692-1111

Directions

The entrance to Natural Bridges is at the end of Highway 275, which is roughly 35 miles west of Blanding, UT on Highway 95. Driving time from Blanding is roughly 45 minutes.

Climate

During spring (April through May) and fall (mid-September through October), high temperatures average 60 to 80F and lows average 30 to 50F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100F, making strenuous exercise difficult.

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Fees

Individuals: $3
Vehicles: $6
Campground sites are $10 per night.

Reservations

All campground sites are first-come, first-served.

Things To Do

Auto Touring

The scenic drive is open year-round. This paved, nine-mile loop provides access to all the bridges. Each may be viewed by walking a short distance to an overlook. An archeological site may also be viewed from an overlook along the scenic drive.

Interpretive Programs

The Natural Bridges interpretive staff offers a variety of ranger-led activities spring through fall. Evening programs are presented nightly in the campground amphitheater. Guided walks and patio talks (at the visitor center) are given throughout the week. Times and topics vary. Please contact the park or check bulletin boards for current schedules.

Outdoor Camping

The 13-site campground is open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. Fee is $10 per night. Sites will accommodate up to eight people and one vehicle. There is a 26-foot length limit. Each site has a fire grill, picnic table and tent pad. Gathering firewood is prohibited. Overflow camping is available outside Natural Bridges.

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Hiking

While many park features are visible from overlooks along the scenic drive, the true beauty of Natural Bridges lies just a short walk away from the pavement. Moderate hiking trails lead from overlooks to the base of each natural bridge. All are less than 1.5 miles round-trip, with the trail to Owachomo being the shortest and easiest (.5 mile round-trip). All of the trails have uneven stone steps. The trails to Kachina and Sipapu require climbing steep sections of rock with handrails and ladders.

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