Navajo Arch Spur
What to Expect
Safety Advisory
The trail crosses exposed slickrock with limited shade — in summer, surface temperatures can exceed 150 degrees and the reflected heat is brutal. Start the full Devils Garden loop early to reach this spur before midday.
Some sections require light scrambling over uneven rock. Watch your footing, especially if the sandstone is dusted with sand, which makes it surprisingly slippery.
Trail Details
Pro Tips
Hit this spur on your way out from Double O Arch, not on the way in — you'll have a better sense of the trail junction after seeing the main route, and the afternoon light fills the alcove beautifully.
The junction is easy to miss if you're focused on the Double O destination. Watch for cairns on the left side of the trail roughly halfway between Navajo and Double O — a GPS waypoint saved beforehand helps.
Bring a wide-angle lens if you shoot photos. The arch is close and overhead, so you'll need that focal range to capture the full curve with the vegetation beneath it. The sheltered alcove also makes a great spot to rest out of the wind.
