Riding through Arches NP in Moab??

[sulis]

Ah - Arches. I love that NP.

I have never ridden arches but its definitely doable. Arches and Dead Horse Point are two very popular rides in the area. For a shorter ride, definitely hit the potash road. It is flat, travels along the river, takes you past the indian hyroglyphics and has beautiful scenery. Look at me get off topic again

As for Arches, like was previously stated the steepest part is the entrance to the park. I can't remember how long the hill is but its a steady climb. Once up to the hill the main park is mostly flat with a few mild hills/rollers. I would go early and pack plenty of water.

Good luck and let us know how it goes. I am heading down that way in July and was thinking of bringing my bike to ride in the park a bit.

[singletrackmind]

HYDRATE!!! HYDRATE!!! HYDRATE!!! Bring as much water as you can carry...and drink it! We take full camelbacks, plus 4 bottles each for a few hours out....and start out well hydrated.
(ok, you likely already know that)

We were there a few years ago early July (mtb)...it was 115 degrees. 4 am mtb rides...sweet! We drove arches and hiked around, I don't remember much in the way of water stops or any other kinds of stops, though we were carrying our own so we weren't as inclined to look. We did find a large group way back in of tourists trying to get their van unlocked with a stick. Don't know how long they'd been there, but our slimjim made quick work of it.

Hills...yes!

Found this:
http://www.utah.com/bike/trails/arches.htm