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Things to do in Natural Bridges

The National Park Service lists 8 things to do at Natural Bridges National Monument. 8 have no extra fee, 8 need no reservation, and 3 allow pets. Each listing links to the full NPS page. Data is from the NPS snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.

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Hike to Kachina Bridge

Named for the petroglyphs on its side, hiking to the base of Kachina Bridge is taking a trip back in time. Gain new perspectives as you stand beneath the widest, and probably youngest, natural bridge in the park.

1-2 Hours Year-round

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Hike to Owachomo Bridge

Owachomo Bridge is the most accessible and most photographed natural bridge in the park. It's also likely the oldest natural bridge in the park. See this ancient wonder up close with a half-mile round-trip hike.

20-60 Minutes Year-round

Hiking

Hike to Sipapu Bridge

Sipapu Bridge’s tremendous span inspires and awes the imagination. Hike to the second largest natural bridge in the United States and, along the way, explore the geology of this fascinating region.

1-2 Hours Year-round

Hiking

Hike to the Horse Collar Ruin Overlook

Get a birds-eye view of Horse Collar Ruin from this mesa-top overlook. A short hike over slickrock provides the chance to ponder what life may have been like 700 years ago.

30-45 Minutes Year-round

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Stargazing Events in Southeast Utah

Rangers occasionally lead stargazing programs and events at parks throughout southeast Utah. Learn about what to expect and check out a schedule of stargazing events at Arches and Canyonlands national parks and Hovenweep and Natural Bridges national…

1-3 Hours Summer

Stargazing

Walk to the Kachina Bridge Viewpoint

This trail provides aerial views of Kachina Bridge and the surrounding landscape. Desert plants abound along this winding, paved trail. Conveniently located halfway along the scenic loop drive, this paved trail is a hub for other, more rugged trails.

10 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Walk to the Owachomo Bridge Viewpoint

This viewpoint provides sweeping vistas of the smallest, and perhaps oldest, bridge in the park. This trail is good for any time of day or season.

10 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Walk to the Sipapu Bridge Viewpoint

The Sipapu Bridge Viewpoint is your first introduction to the natural bridges – and what a great place to start! This viewpoint provides scenic views of the second largest natural bridge in the United States and the largest in the park.

10 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed

Hiking

Before you go

Check current alerts and closures, entrance fees and operating hours for Natural Bridges. Programs and tours can change with the season or be cancelled on short notice — confirm on the NPS page before you plan around one.

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