Delicate Arch (Arches National Park) - 6.13.2010

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Delicate Arch is the most-photographed arch in the park... the hike is 3 miles roundtrip, gaining 560 feet of elevation.
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The historic Wolfe Ranch is just off of the trail.
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Life was tough in the old days.
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The trail to Delicate Arch is going to climb on the slickrock above.
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The long formation of sandstone in the center of the photo is part of the 'Delicate Arch Viewpoint Trail'.
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Did I say this was a popular hike... looking across Cache Valley.
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Looking through Frame Arch to Delicate Arch.
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The narrow catwalk just before reaching Delicate Arch.
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Denali Girl below Delicate Arch... Elephant Butte is beyond.
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Delicate Arch... 45 feet high... 33 feet wide.