Arches National Park

Next morning we got to an early start to beat the heat.  Park opens at 7:30am so we were ready to go.  Arches National Park is amazing with so much to do.  We decided to pick one hike that was good for everyone, Delicate Arch.  It was amazing for sure!

saw historical markings and picked up some natives on the way...taught them what stacked rocks mean, trail markers.

Loved exploring all the rocks and formations...so strong!

Almost to the Arch, looking through a window to the arch...

Oh, so glorious!  It was awesome to behold it's magnitude in size.  Nature is amazing and so mysterious.  Love having the opportunity to come and enjoy nature! 

our turn for pictures...

Seriously, just hung out and enjoyed the view for an hour or so.  Loved climbing the rocks around and enjoying the breeze.

Just a note...I learned how afraid of heights Trent is.  He was having a heart attack with the kids around the drop offs all around...understandable, but he literally had everyone stay close...kind of funny. :o)

Sit back and enjoy the view!

Made it back around lunch time.  Snacked and took off to the Rec Center there in Moab.  It was a really nice facility and the kids enjoyed cooling off.  Finished with going out to eat at the Moab Grill.  Tarin's pick for her Birthday dinner.

Took off the next morning to head home.  Decided to make this a tradition every year and switch up the activities...need to explore the many parks all around Moab.