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The hike starts along the Colorado River/Potash road about 11 miles "west" of US 191 north of Moab. On the weekend, expect a lot of hikers.
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Roger with the parkinglot for the hike to the right. A very popular spot and justifiably so.
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The railroad grade cuts through the sandstone to form a manmade canyon.
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Just a little arch in the distance. While not protected in Arches National Park, this is clearly "arch country."
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Hiking up an old grade.
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Fishhook cactus blooming.
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The first good view of the arch. Spectacular. See the people in the lower right corner of the arch?
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A perspective view.
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The hike is not merely a stroll. The BLM has erected ladders and a chain in a couple of tricky spots. Susie is lovin' the help with the big steps.
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Roger walking over to the arch.
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No, I am not taking a leak under the arch!!
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Susie captured this photo looking up thru another arch: Bowtie.
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Storm clouds gathering. You can see other hikers on the route here.
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Susie walking back along the slickrock from Bowtie.
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Heading back down the fixed cable.
