Is November a good time to go to Arches?

Late October and early November are a great time to visit as the temperatures are cool (chilly in the morning but comfortable by noon), crowds are diminished, and prices are just starting to go down. Costs are still going to be closer to the summer prices than winter prices until the cold really sets in.



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Shoulder Season: February and November February (for springtime adventures) and November (for autumn fun) can be the best time to visit Moab and the national parks. You may even spot rock towers, canyons and arches decorated with a sparkling coat of snow.

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The best time to visit Arches National Park is April through May and September through October, when daytime temperatures average about 60 to 80 degrees. In the summer, temperatures can exceed 100 degrees, which can make exploring the park's trails very uncomfortable.

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Fall | September – November The river has warmed, higher elevation trails are thawed, and temperatures drop back down to a comfortable 70ºF. It's a great time to hit the trails, visit the national parks, and camp along the Colorado River under Moab Canyon's commanding red cliffs.

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Note: You're not always going to encounter snow on your visit to Arches National Park in winter. Often, the snow will melt within 2-3 days or even within a few hours. But your best chance of photographing snowy arches is during December or January.

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However, if possible, try to schedule your vacation for the late fall, winter or early spring months. Shoot for November to April. If you're insistent on a red-hot Moab summer, stick with the weekdays — Tuesday and Wednesday are the best days to go. And on any day in any season, go before 8 a.m. or in the afternoon.

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Visitors may enter the park before 7 am and after 4 pm without a timed entry ticket.

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Here's how to minimize the crowds at Arches National Park:
  1. Avoid summer travel and during holidays. ...
  2. Plan your trip to arrive and explore during the week, avoiding weekends.
  3. Start your day early. ...
  4. Get out and hike. ...
  5. If you're in a hurry, with limited time, save this park for another vacation.


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