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Arches National Park
Frequently Asked Questions
 
Below are answers to many common—and some not so common—questions asked by our visitors. If you feel we've left one out, please let us know!

Can I reserve a campsite?
Yes. Devils Garden Campground is part of the National Recreation Reservation System, which offers telephone and on-line reservations for both group and individual sites. More...

What facilities does the campground have?
Devils Garden has 52 sites with fire rings, picnic tables, bathrooms and running water (no showers). RV Hookups are not available. More...

What time does the campground fill?
Fill time varies throughout the year. From March through October, it is not uncommon for the campground to fill by 7:30 a.m. More...

What’s the maximum RV length in the campground?
Some sites will accommodate RVs up to 30 feet long.

Is there an RV dump station in the park?
No. There are RV dump stations in Moab.

Can I backpack in Arches?
Yes, although there just a few areas where backpacking is allowed. More...

How can I get Fiery Furnace tickets?
Tickets for these popular guided walks can only be obtained in person at the visitor center. More...

Are pets allowed in Arches?
Yes, but they are not allowed on hiking trails. More...

What facilities or services does Arches offer?
Aside from the visitor centers and bathrooms, there are no facilities in Arches. Gas, groceries, lodging and other amenities are available in Moab. More...

Do you accept checks?
Yes, we take both personal and travelers checks for entrance fees and bookstore purchases. For personal checks, we need a drivers license number or other form of identification. Travelers checks can be accepted only in US dollars.

Do you accept credit cards?
Credit cards are accepted for entrance fees, Golden Eagle and Golden Age Passports. Credit cards (Mastercard and Visa only) are also accepted for bookstore purchases. 

Can I ride my ATV in Arches?
No, ATVs are not allowed. More...

Can I get information mailed to me?
Yes, you may request mailed information by contacting us. However, please consider that all published brochures and newspapers are available on this website. If you're doing a school project on Arches, check out our Student Information Brochure.

Where can I get extra brochures?
Canyonlands Natural History Association operates the bookstores in our visitor center and sells the official Arches National Park brochure that is handed out at the entrance station. You can visit them online at www.cnha.org.

Where can I buy an item I saw in your visitor center?
Canyonlands Natural History Association operates the bookstores in our visitor centers. Visit them online at www.cnha.org.

Does the park close at night?
No, the park never closes. The visitor center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (except some winter holidays), with extended hours spring through fall. More...

How do I get an entrance fee waiver?
Fee waivers are available to educational groups when the purpose of their visit is educational rather than recreational. More...

What is the weather?
Current weather and local forecasts are available from the National Weather Service.

Are there public phones in the park?
There are pay phones available outside the visitor center. There are no pay phones at the campground.

Will my cell phone work in Arches?
Cell phone coverage is poor to nonexistent throughout Arches. Do not count on being able to receive service.

Can I volunteer at Arches?
Yes! The National Park Service needs volunteers throughout the year to assist with all aspects of park management. More...

How do I get a job at Arches?
For information about jobs at Arches and elsewhere in the federal government, visit www.usajobs.opm.gov.

Can I get married in Arches?
Yes, though a special use permit is required.

Can I film a movie in Arches?
All commercial photography and filming requires a special use permit.

Where's the best spot for a sunset photograph?
Arches offers many destinations for photographers throughout the day. More...

Arches Newspaper
Newspaper
The park newspaper and many other brochures may be downloaded.
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Ed Abbey  

Did You Know?
Edward Abbey worked as a seasonal park ranger at Arches in the late 1950s. His 1968 memoir of this experience, "Desert Solitaire," has become a classic of desert literature.

Last Updated: August 01, 2006 at 10:31 EST