Delicate Arch

United States / Utah / Grand County

Quick Info

Country United States 🇺🇸
Rock type Sandstone

Quick Info

Country United States 🇺🇸
Rock type Sandstone

Due to the fragile nature of the rock climbing is not allowed.

In 2006 Dean Potter climbed the arch and subsequently received significant public backlash, ultimately resulting in him getting dropped by his sponsors Patagonia.

References

[1] https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/climbing/how-delicate-was-dean/

[2] The Dark Wizard E01 (2026) /library/11340/the-dark-wizard-e01

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