Why You Should Visit Arches National Park in December

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Is a trip to Arches National Park in December a good time to go? We say yes!

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We recommend you get there early so you don’t wait in line to enter the park, or find out that the park has closed because the parking lots are full.

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The average highs are near 40 degrees with the lows near 20 degrees.

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Hiking is a popular activity and in December that means you can enjoy a full day in the park without sweating and worrying about heat exhaustion!

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The best times to photograph the park are sunrise and sunset. The colors are vibrant and the light creates a spectacular glow on the red rocks that cannot be missed.

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Why You Should Visit Arches National Park in December

Is a trip to Arches National Park in December a good time to go? We say yes!

We recommend you get there early so you don’t wait in line to enter the park, or find out that the park has closed because the parking lots are full.

The average highs are near 40 degrees with the lows near 20 degrees.

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Hiking is a popular activity and in December that means you can enjoy a full day in the park without sweating and worrying about heat exhaustion!

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The best times to photograph the park are sunrise and sunset. The colors are vibrant and the light creates a spectacular glow on the red rocks that cannot be missed.

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