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CoronaArch

Before a planned week-long backpack with friends, since the weather was crappy in Salt Lake, we decided to drive down earlier to Moab and take a hike at Corona Arch. It is not protected (as, in being in a national park) but still lovely.
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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.

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