USA Island in the Sky / Mesa Arch
This is one of the most unique scenic views of the world. It's probably the only arch where the rising sunlight reflects so that the glowing bottom of the arch appears.
Photography Tips
This phenomenon can only be captured at sunrise. Don't forget your tripod.
Check the sky for the Milky Way can be a great astro site. Also if you get there for Astro you can just stay until sunrise. At night the trail is difficult so bring red light. Bring wide and long lenses as there are plenty of great compositions beyond the arch itself.
Check the sky for the Milky Way can be a great astro site. Also if you get there for Astro you can just stay until sunrise. At night the trail is difficult so bring red light. Bring wide and long lenses as there are plenty of great compositions beyond the arch itself.
Travel Information
Take an accommodation in Moab. From Moab, it's about a 45-minute car drive to the parking area. Then 20 minutes walk. You'd better arrive early because there is just limited space and this place is very crowded even in the early morning.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
Lots of people
Best Timing
Sunrise
Sunrise & Sunset
06:09 - 20:22
| current local time: 09:45
Photo Themes
arch
colorful
Landscape
National Park
nature
reflection
Sun
Sunrise
Locations
Utah
Moab
Canyonlands
Island in the sky
Mesa arch
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