Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Rainbow Bridge
One of the world's largest natural stone bridges, about 88 meters high and considered sacred by the Navajo. Most visitors reach it by boat across Lake Powell from Page.
Rainbow Bridge sits at the foot of the Navajo Mountains on the south shore of Lake Powell. It is a natural stone arch carved from sandstone by stream erosion, standing about 88 meters high with a span of about 84 meters. It was designated a national monument in 1910. Most visitors take a full-day boat trip from the Wahweap dock, which takes about 2 hours one way. After landing, it's a walk of 1.6 to 2 km to the viewing area (the distance varies with water levels). Out of respect for Navajo beliefs, do not walk under the bridge. If water levels are too low, boat trips may be suspended, so check before you set out.
Opening hours
Follows boat schedule (full-day trip)
Nearby sights
- Alstrom Point
- Antelope Canyon
- Antelope Canyon X
- Antelope Point Marina & Antelope Canyon Kayak
- John Wesley Powell Museum
- Lake Powell Boat Tours (Wahweap Marina)
- Hanging Garden Trail
- Glen Canyon Dam Overlook