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Delicate Arch
Delicate Arch is a 52-foot tall arch in Arches National Park, Moab, Utah. Per the nps.gov website, the light opening beneath the arch is 46 feet high and 32 feet wide, making it the largest free-standing arch in the park. It has had more than a few names in its history, from the colorful ("Cowboy's Chaps", "Old Maid's Bloomers") to the prosaic ("Salt Wash Arch"). The term "Delicate" first appeared in a January 1934 article about the Arches National Monument Scientific Expedition, which described it as "the most delicately chiseled arch in the entire area."
Enough technical details. In my opinion, the main thing worth mentioning is that the arch was an awesome sight, much more impressive in person than in a photograph! Hiking back in the dark, I managed to wander off trail for about 25-30 minutes before finding my way back again. That was a bit frustrating, but makes for an interesting memory. By the way, this iconic arch is the one featured on Utah's vehicle license plates.
Delicate Arch
Delicate Arch is a 52-foot tall arch in Arches National Park, Moab, Utah. Per the nps.gov website, the light opening beneath the arch is 46 feet high and 32 feet wide, making it the largest free-standing arch in the park. It has had more than a few names in its history, from the colorful ("Cowboy's Chaps", "Old Maid's Bloomers") to the prosaic ("Salt Wash Arch"). The term "Delicate" first appeared in a January 1934 article about the Arches National Monument Scientific Expedition, which described it as "the most delicately chiseled arch in the entire area."
Enough technical details. In my opinion, the main thing worth mentioning is that the arch was an awesome sight, much more impressive in person than in a photograph! Hiking back in the dark, I managed to wander off trail for about 25-30 minutes before finding my way back again. That was a bit frustrating, but makes for an interesting memory. By the way, this iconic arch is the one featured on Utah's vehicle license plates.