Rainbow Bridge
- Utah
photo: National Park Service
Why go there?
The Rainbow Bridge is a stunning natural rock rainbow-like arc that spans a section of Lake Powell. This massive sandstone structure stands 290 feet tall and spans 270 feet across. For the Navajo people, the Rainbow Bridge is a symbol of great meaning and importance. It represents the deities that are responsible for creating clouds, rainbows and rain - all things that are essential to life in the desert. The Navajo believe that if you admire the Rainbow Bridge from afar, you will be blessed with good luck and fortune. Accessible by boat from Lake Powell or through a challenging hike, Rainbow Bridge is a testament to the region’s natural beauty and ancient geological forces.
