Worth it? YES for able hikers: the park's standout adventure hike — a strenuous slickrock climb to an arch you can stand on top of, with sweeping canyon views. The play: start at dawn (heat + slickrock), wear grippy shoes, mind the exposure near the arch, and confirm the Grand Wash road is open.
Who it’s NOT for: Anyone uncomfortable with heights/exposure — the route crosses open slickrock with drop-offs near the arch. Casual walkers or families with small kids — it's rated strenuous (~670 ft up, ~3.4 mi RT). Midday summer hikers unprepared for heat — slickrock is exposed and radiates heat; start early, carry water. Visitors when the Grand Wash spur road is closed for mud/flash floods — access depends on it being open.
Skip it if: You're uneasy with heights/slickrock exposure, it's peak midday heat, or the Grand Wash spur is closed — do the flat Grand Wash narrows or Hickman Bridge instead.
Time needed: ~2.5–4 hours round trip depending on pace and time at the arch. (research: NPS trail guide)
Best time: Early morning in spring or fall (heat + slickrock make midsummer midday punishing). Avoid after rain (slick + spur-road mud). Confirm conditions live.
Cost: $Booking: No reservation, but you must pay the Scenic Drive fee ($20/vehicle) to reach the Grand Wash spur, and the spur road must be open. No timed entry. Verify road status live.
the park's standout adventure hike — a strenuous slickrock climb to an arch you can stand on top of, with sweeping canyon views. The play: start at dawn (heat + slickrock), wear grippy shoes, mind the exposure near the arch, and confirm the Grand Wash road is open.
Who is Cassidy Arch for?
Cassidy Arch is for hiking couple and remote adventure darksky.
Who is Cassidy Arch not for?
Cassidy Arch is not for Anyone uncomfortable with heights/exposure — the route crosses open slickrock with drop-offs near the arch. Casual walkers or families with small kids — it's rated strenuous (~670 ft up, ~3.4 mi RT). Midday summer hikers unprepared for heat — slickrock is exposed and radiates heat; start early, carry water. Visitors when the Grand Wash spur road is closed for mud/flash floods — access depends on it being open.
When is the best time to visit Cassidy Arch?
Early morning in spring or fall (heat + slickrock make midsummer midday punishing). Avoid after rain (slick + spur-road mud).
How expensive is Cassidy Arch?
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Basis research · last verified Mon Aug 10 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time). Prices are shown as bands; confirm live before you go. We never rank by commission.
