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Fiery Furnace Loop Trail and Overlook in Arches National Park

The Fiery Furnace Loop Trail in Arches National Park offers a thrilling, self-navigated journey through a maze of towering sandstone fins, narrow canyons, and hidden arches such as Skull Arch, Kissing Turtle Arch, and Surprise Arch. The landscape demands both physical agility and careful navigation, with route-finding challenges and natural rock obstacles adding to the adventure. As you explore features like the aptly named Pit of Possible Return, you'll encounter breathtaking formations and the quiet beauty of this unique, protected environment. #Hiking #Loop #Arch #Nature #Desert #Rock #Overlook

  • Distance: 2.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 155 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,510 m
  • Elevation loss: 155 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,422 m

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 155 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,510 m
  • Elevation loss: 155 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,422 m

About this trail

Name: Fiery Furnace Loop Trail and Overlook in Arches National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Fiery Furnace Viewpoint, Grand County, Utah, United States (38.74275 -109.56601)

End: Fiery Furnace Viewpoint, Grand County, Utah, United States (38.74275 -109.56601)

Coordinates: 38.74228 -109.56601 38.74788 -109.55974

Gear up for your next adventure:

🎿Telescopic Trekking Poles - Reduces knee strain on steep topographic descents
🔦Head Torches - Hands-free lighting for hiking and camping
🌄Compact Monoculars - Lightweight optics for hiking
📸Action Camera Chest Mounts - Record your ascent following topographic paths hands-free
🦟Anti-Midge & Tick Repellent - Vital for hiking in the Scottish Highlands during summer

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