Moonshine Arch Trailhead

BLM Bureau of Land Management · Vernal, UT · Dispersed

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Conditions

Road Access High Clearance
Season Not recorded
Campfires Not recorded
Boondock Access Rough High clearance or 4WD may be required

The managing agency hasn't published season or campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Warning High Clearance
Style Boondocking

Campground Stats

Total Sites0

Location

40.551984, -109.537547 · Vernal Field Office , Vernal , UT 84078

Description

Moonshine Arch spans a length of 85 feet and a height of 40 feet. It is tucked among the Weber sandstone formation at the base of Red Mountain. The parking area for hikers is surrounded by private land and is adjacent to a fence and gate. Please respect the rights of the private land owner. High clearance vehicles and hikers may continue on the road to the arch. All visitors should stay on the road and follow the metal directional signs.

Directions

From Vernal, UT drive 3.5 miles north. Turn left onto the well-defined dirt road and travel for approximately 0.8 miles. Turn left and travel for an additional 0.8 miles to a fence and gate. This is the undeveloped parking area for hikers.

Activities

HIKING OFF HIGHWAY VEHICLE

Details

FeeNo fee
Phone435-781-4400
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessNot ADA

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