Rainbow Bridge National Monument, Natural arch at Lake Powell, San Juan County, US.
Rainbow Bridge spans 275 feet in length and reaches 290 feet in height, forming a natural sandstone structure in southern Utah.
Two exploration parties discovered Rainbow Bridge in 1909, guided by Paiute locals and explorer John Wetherill through the remote canyons.
The Navajo, Hopi, San Juan Southern Paiute, Kaibab Paiute, and White Mesa Ute tribes regard this natural formation as a sacred site.
Visitors can reach Rainbow Bridge through boat tours from Wahweap and Bullfrog marinas or by hiking trails near Navajo Mountain.
The natural bridge received International Dark Sky Sanctuary designation, preserving exceptional stargazing conditions in this remote location.
Location: San Juan County
Inception: May 30, 1909
Website: https://www.nps.gov/rabr
Operator: United States National Park Service
Website: https://nps.gov/rabr
GPS coordinates: 37.07722,-110.96417
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
The Southwestern US features sandstone formations, desert landscapes and historic sites. The region displays national parks with colored canyons, ancient pueblo settlements in cliffs, volcanic terrains and natural bridges. Notable elements include Navajo trading posts, petrified forests and prehistoric petroglyphs.
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