HIGHLIGHTS Sandstone arch, desert ridge scenery, long views, pairs with Blue Pool Wash BEST PHOTOGRAPHY TIME Late afternoon (3–5 PM) for warm sidelight through the arch opening; overcast skies reduce contrast challenges GEAR REQUIREMENTS Sturdy hiking boots, 2 L water, GPS/offline map essential (no trail markings), sun hat. Higher overall exposure than Blue Pool Wash. COORDINATES 37.0280, -111.5790 → Open in Maps The Blue Pool Arch hike extends the Blue Pool Wash experience into a longer desert ridge route. After leaving the slot canyon, the trail climbs onto open sandstone benches offering sweeping views before arriving at a freestanding sandstone arch. The arch frames distant canyon and plateau scenery. Unmarked cross-country navigation is required — bring a downloaded GPS track. 9. Trail data: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query;=Blue+Pool+Arch+Big+Water+UT