18Arches National Park
Another special spring destination is Utah’s Arches National Park. You not only beat the surprisingly large summer crowds, but you also beat the summer heat. Indeed, the springtime weather is beautiful and mild.
You only need a couple of days to see most of this park and the hikes to most of the arches are relatively easy and short. Of course, if you’re feeling athletic and really want more of a challenge, do the three-mile hike to the distinctive Delicate Arch. It is not only the park’s most famous arch but it is also a state landmark.
Other impressive natural highlights here include the Double Arch, the North Window, and the Turret Arch. You can camp here or stay in nearby Moab. There are four other parks relatively close too.
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