Rainbow Bridge National Monument

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A large natural rock arch spans a canyon with people looking up at it.
Visitors stop at the second viewing area to get a close look of Rainbow Bridge.
A silhouetted rock arch under a stary sky with a satellite flying by.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument is an International Dark Sky Sanctuary.
A natural stone arch sits between red rock canyon walls. A mountain is seen through the arch.
Navajo Mountain is seen through Rainbow Bridge as you approach up the trail.
A large natural stone arch spans a red rock canyon.
What many now consider the "back" of Rainbow Bridge was the first view of the bridge those who hike the Navajo Mountain Trails see.
An aerial photo of a natural stone arch in a red rock canyon
Rainbow Bridge as seen from a plane.
Photos: National Park Service

About Rainbow Bridge National Monument

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.

Plan a Visit

NPS DesignationNational Monument
Park State / Territory MembershipUtah
Current Alerts1
Visitor Centers0
Campgrounds0
Things To Do2

Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.

Weather & Conditions

Summers are extremely hot with little, if any, shade. Winters are moderately cold with nighttime 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.…

NPS Reference Location

Park state / territory membership: Utah. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.

Operating Hours

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.

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Activities

BoatingBoat TourGuided ToursBoat TourHikingJunior Ranger Program

Current Alerts

No dock access to Rainbow Bridge

At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. This alert will stay up until the situation changes. Check the link for current lake information.

Getting There

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is located between Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and the Navajo Nation. *There are no roads to or near 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 may be 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.

View Official Directions

Contact & Address

The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.

NPS-Listed Addressc/o Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, PO Box 1507, Page, AZ, 86040
Phone9286086200
Emailglca_information@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Explorers and ExpeditionsNative American HeritageAnimalsCanyons and CanyonlandsGeologyNight SkyRock Landscapes and FeaturesUnique Species

Things To Do

From Your Boat To The Bridge

From Your Boat To The Bridge

There is one designated trail within the boundaries of Rainbow Bridge National Monument. It runs the length of the monument,…

Contemplate Your Place in the Landscape At The Big Map

Contemplate Your Place in the Landscape At The Big Map

The Glen Canyon and Surrounding Area Relief Map sits in a place of honor at the Powell Museum & Archives…

Nearby National Park Service Sites

These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.