
All sites include drinking water, picnic tables, and grills. If visiting between November and February, sites are reserved on a first-come basis. If visiting between March and October, sites can be reserved 6 months in advance. Sites are usually reserved months in advance. The campground is 18 miles from the park entrance. Devil’s Garden Campground is the only campground inside the park.Although there is gas along Highway 191 outside the park. There are no gas stations within Arches National Park, so plan accordingly.Even during the winter months reflections from the snow on the ground can be just as harmful as the summer sun. With the open landscape, there is a shortage of shade, sunglasses and sunscreen are recommended.Always dress accordingly, pack extra layers, and bring at least 1L of water.It’s not uncommon for winter months to see temperatures around 0º F. Summer months can see temperatures exceeding 100º F and flash floods. Be prepared when visiting the park average temperatures can fluctuate from 30º F to 80º F during the fall and spring months.These communities are fragile and take years to recover when damaged. The soil in Arches National Park has a biological crust made of a complex community of cryptobiotic life. Plan accordingly and make sure you carry water on your hikes. Drinking water is ONLY available at the visitor center and Devil’s Garden.The visitors center is open year-round, except for December 25. There is only one visitor center, located just inside the main entrance 5 miles north of Moab.There is only one road in and out of Arches National Park.Things to Know before you go to Arches National Park
