Rainbow Bridge National Monument in Navajo Mountain, Utah

Rainbow Bridge National Monument is a spectacular natural bridge located in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The bridge was formed by continuous erosion from wind, water, and time, gradually shaping the rock into its current striking form. The formation is one of the largest natural bridges in the world. It spans an impressive 290 feet across and reaches a height of 275 feet.

Rainbow Bridge was designated as a National Monument in 1910 by President William Howard Taft, making it one of the earliest protected areas in the United States and is managed by the National Park Service.

Visitors can reach Rainbow Bridge by boat on Lake Powell. The journey provides scenic views of the surrounding red rock canyons and the vast expanse of the lake. Alternatively, hikers can access Rainbow Bridge by two trails starting near Navajo Mountain. Both trails are rated strenuous.