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518 ft
Distance
107 ft
Climb
00:02:37
Avg time
107 ft
Altitude change
5,207 ft
Altitude min
5,314 ft
Altitude max
5,207 ft
Altitude start
5,315 ft
Altitude end
20.7%
Grade
9.2%
Grade max
44.5%
Grade min
518 ft
Distance climb
00:02:37
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    • 95 in Trail Running
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    • #42762 in Trail Running
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    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • eBike Allowed

Sandy spur trail that takes you under an arch. The arch itself isn't all that spectacular, but one of the few that you can walk under. Be prepared to get deep sand in your shoes.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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        Directions to sand-dune-arch trailhead (38.765230, -109.582300)

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        Sand Dune Arch | Arches National Park
        3:57 | 759 | Nov 19, 2019 , Moab

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        3 miles 328 ft 4
        1,936 ft 123 ft 2

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Sand Dune Arch

        Where is Sand Dune Arch located?
        Sand Dune Arch is located in Arches National Park, Moab, Utah, United States. It is part of the Arches National Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.76523, -109.5823.
        How hard is Sand Dune Arch?
        Sand Dune Arch is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 20.7%.
        What is the elevation gain for Sand Dune Arch?
        Sand Dune Arch has 33 m of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 1,587 m to 1,620 m.
        Is Sand Dune Arch a point to point trail?
        Sand Dune Arch is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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