Rainbow Bridge National Monument

379 reviews

Forbidding Canyon Lake, Powell, UT 84533, USA
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Rainbow Bridge National Monument Introduce

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is one of the most iconic natural wonders in the United States, located near Forbidding Canyon Lake in Powell, UT. This remarkable site features Rainbow Bridge, the world's largest natural bridge made of sandstone, standing an impressive 520 feet tall and 400 feet wide. The monument offers a unique opportunity to explore this majestic natural landmark while enjoying the serene beauty of the surrounding landscape.

The area is particularly popular for hikers, as it boasts accessible trails that cater to visitors of all fitness levels. One of the most well-known hikes leads from the boat dock to the base of the bridge, offering a relatively easy 2.8-mile round trip. Families will appreciate the gentle incline, which is suitable even for young children and strollers.

Easy Hiking Trails: Enjoy an accessible hike to the Rainbow Bridge, perfect for families and individuals of all fitness levels.
Breathtaking Views: Marvel at the stunning natural beauty of the bridge and the surrounding landscape, especially during sunrise or sunset.

Rainbow Bridge National Monument also offers a unique educational aspect with a dinosaur footprint discovered nearby. This adds an exciting element for visitors interested in geology and paleontology. The monument is ideal for a family outing, offering opportunities for exploration and learning while enjoying the great outdoors.

Visitors highly recommend exploring Rainbow Bridge during the early morning hours to avoid the intense afternoon heat. Many also suggest bringing your own boat for a unique perspective of the bridge from the water, though guided tours are available for those without their own vessel.

Location

Utah San Juan County

Customer Reviews

4.0

379 reviews

Stewart Carnes

Feb 16, 2025

A wonderful easy hike from the boat dock to a stunning natural bridge. Currently it was 2.8-miles from the boat dock to the back side of the natural bridge and back to the dock.

Eleonora Karniayenka

Oct 06, 2024

Super majestic, and pretty. If trump was here, he would say “Huuuuuuuuge”. Nice 1-mile hike up there. It’s not steep, not tough, I’ve seen 2-3 year -olds walking up fine. It’s a bit toasty - but otherwise - super fun. There is a dinosaur footprint that was discovered. It’s hard to spot, but when you see it - you won’t be able to un-see it. Recommend to do this little adventure in the early morning, before it super hot. Also- if you have your own boat, you can just pull up.. or you gotta do the tour with big group.

Matheson Harris

Sep 13, 2024

Great day trip if you are chilling at Lake Powell. The hike is currently about a mile and is basically flat. Very awe inspiring. Dock has toilets and trash cans. Can get busy.

Penny Dupre

Oct 21, 2023

What a fantastic piece of nature. I wanted to go here for a while but unfortunately the water levels in Lake Powell were too low for the tours to run and we didn't feel confident enough in our boating skills to go it alone. You can also reach it via a multi day hike but not feasible for most. But last year's heavy snow meant the water levels were favorable for boat tours to resume. It's still a little bit of a hike but doable for most (I'd rank it as moderate) The trail that goes behind the arch was closed and you can't go under it. But it is AMAZING. There was even a register to sign and our kids were super excited to sign it.

Osh Rap

Nov 16, 2024

The boat ride itself was magnificent. Beautiful rock formations, knowledgeable guides, and delicious lunch. We got to Rainbow Bridge after 3 fun hours on the boat. The hike was easy, and the arch shouldn't be missed. This tour is highly recommended.