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Natural Bridges National Monument
Things To Know Before You Come
 

Accessibility

The visitor center and restrooms are accessible to all persons. The campground has no designated site for disabled persons but has several sites and one rest room accessible. The three bridge overlook trails are accessible via a concrete sidewalk, however the sidewalk to the Kachina Bridge viewpoint may not be accessible with a standard wheelchair due to its slope

Pets

Activities with pets are very limited at Natural Bridges. Pets are allowed on paved trails and roads but must be leashed at all times. Pets are not allowed on hiking trails or in the backcountry. more...

Services

Food, gas, lodging and similar services are not available in Naural Bridges. These are available in nearby towns like Blanding, UT, Monticello, UT and Cortez, CO. Visit the San Juan County Travel Council for more information.

Weather

Southeast Utah is part of the Colorado Plateau, a "high desert" region that experiences wide temperature fluctuations, sometimes over 40 degrees in a single day. The temperate (and most popular) seasons are spring (April through May) and fall (mid-September through October), when daytime highs average 60 to 80 F and lows average 30 to 50 F. Summer temperatures often exceed 100 F, making strenuous exercise difficult. Late summer monsoon season brings violent storm cells which often cause flash floods. Winters are cold, with highs averaging 30 to 50 F, and lows averaging 0 to 20 F. Though large snowfalls are uncommon (except in nearby mountains), even small amounts of snow or ice can make local trails and roads impassable.

Local weather conditions and forecasts are available from the National Weather Service.

What about my pet?
What about my pet?
Activities with pets are very limited at Natural Bridges.
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Brochures
Brochures
Download our visitor guide and brochures on a variety of topics.
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Solar Array at Natural Bridges  

Did You Know?
Natural Bridges is solar-powered! A photovoltaic array produces up to 50 kilowatts of power, providing electricity for the small housing area, visitor center and other facilities. The array is located on an acre of land across the road from the visitor center.
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Last Updated: July 31, 2006 at 15:51 EST