This large balancing rock makes a logical turnaround point.
The parking area for the Natural Arches Trail.
This is the only trailhead marker, located on the east edge of the parking lot near the road.
The first mile of the trail is down a wide, sandy wash.
Huge boulders of all shapes dot the canyon.
About a mile in, the canyon narrows and a few rock scrambles need to be negotiated.
None of the rocks require technical climbing skills.
The rock formations are constant points of interest.
Desert primrose is a surprisingly large wildflower in March, and it smells good too!
Desert mistletoe berries are plentiful and were used by Native Americans for food.
Be on the lookout for the many arches that give this trail its name.