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Welcome to Natural Bridges!

Natural Bridges preserves some of the finest examples of natural stone architecture in the southwest. On a tree-covered mesa next to deep sandstone canyons, three natural bridges formed when meandering streams slowly cut through the canyon walls. In honor of the Native Americans that made this area their home, the bridges are named "Kachina," "Owachomo" and "Sipapu."
 
Centennial Celebration

Centennial Celebration

Natural Bridges National Monument is celebrating 100 years as a National Park Service Unit and the monument staff invites you to join in the celebration by spending a few hours or a few days exploring the spectacular canyons that are home to three of the world’s largest natural land bridges.
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The Milky Way as seen from Owachomo Bridge (photo by Wally Pacholka/www.AstroPics.com).

Dark-Sky Park

Natural Bridges has one of the darkest night skies in the country. In fact, the beauty of the night sky here led the International Dark-Sky Association to designate Natural Bridges as the world’s first International Dark Sky Park.
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Explore the Area

Explore the Area

There are many overlooks and features along the scenic drive at Natural Bridges. Several of the more popular ones can be reached via moderately strenuous descents into the canyons. Here you can learn about these features before you arrive in the park.
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Outdoor Education

Outdoor Education

Canyon Country Outdoor Education, a cooperative venture between the National Park Service, local school districts and nonprofit organizations, leads school groups on field trips throughout the area. Educators can download the teacher's guide for grades one through six.
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Natural Bridges
HC-60 Box 1
Lake Powell, Utah 84533

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Phone

Visitor Information
(435) 692-1234

Fax

(435) 692-1111

Climate

During spring (April through May) and fall (mid-September through October), high temperatures average 60 to 80F and lows average 30 to 50F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100F, making strenuous exercise difficult.
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Seedling in Biological Soil Crust  

Did You Know?
The dirt is alive! A living crust called "Biological Soil Crust" covers much of Utah's canyon country. Composed of algae, lichens and bacteria, this crust provides a secure foundation for desert plants. Please stay on roads and trails to avoid trampling this important resource.

Last Updated: March 11, 2008 at 15:49 EST