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."