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A large sandstone arch - a natural bridge.

Stand here and take in the majesty of Rainbow Bridge - the largest natural bridge in the National Park Service.

Seen from the air, Rainbow Bridge is a graceful curve over the dry stream bed.

A large crowd faces away from the camera at the scenery.

In the desert heat after the rough walk up to Rainbow Bridge from the docks, you take shade where you can get it.

Boats and personal watercraft sidle up to docks.

The only way to access Rainbow Bridge is by a two-day hike across the Navajo Nation, or a fifty-mile boat trip up Lake Powell.

An elderly Native American man sits in a lawn chair under Rainbow Bridge

In 1974, Ute Mountain Ute Jim Mike, one of the guides who led the original expedition to Rainbow Bridge, returned to see how he had led the way for many more visitors.

Park Ranger standing in front of perfectly curved sandstone arch

During the summer season, Park Rangers will be at the observation areas to answer your questions.

Physical Address:

Rainbow Bridge National Monument

Forbidding Canyon

Lake Powell, UT 00000

Mailing Address:

c/o Glen Canyon National Recreation Area

PO Box 1507

Page, AZ 86040

contact-details

Phone Number: 9286086200 Voice

Email Address: glca_information@nps.gov
Description: General park Information for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Rainbow Bridge National Monument. This box is checked weekly.

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

Rainbow Bridge is one of the world's largest known natural bridges. The span has undoubtedly inspired people throughout time--from the neighboring Native American tribes who consider Rainbow Bridge sacred, to the thousands of visitors from around the world who visit it each year. Please visit Rainbow Bridge in a spirit that honors and respects the cultures to whom it is sacred.

park designation:National Monument

Directions:

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is located between Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the Navajo Nation. There are no roads in the vicinity of the monument. Rainbow Bridge can be reached by boat on Lake Powell or by hiking one of two trails around Navajo Mountain on the Navajo Nation, by permit only. Boat tours are available. The entrance to Forbidding Canyon is located at buoy 49 on Lake Powell. Boaters should be familiar with the Aids to Navigation (buoy) system and use a navigational map.

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Directions

Operating Hours:

Rainbow Bridge National Monument

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is open every day of the year, from sunrise to sunset. On rare occasions, the park may be closed for visitor safety while significant trail and/or dock repairs are taking place. Contact the park for up to date information on any closures in effect. Overnight camping or docking your boat is prohibited.

Weather Information:

Summers are extremely hot with little, if any, shade. Winters are moderately cold with night time lows often below freezing. Spring weather is highly variable with extended periods of strong winds. Fall is generally mild. Temperatures range from 110°F (43°C) in June & July to 20°F (-7°C) in December & January. Although precipitation is generally less than 6 inches (15cm) annually, both heavy rains and flash flooding can occur, particularly during the summer monsoon season.