Full Moon Hike to the Royal Arch

Monday, May 3th 2004

The trailhead for Royal Arch is at the top of the map and ends just southeast of The Flatirons.
2D Map of the Royal Arch trail

A 3D view of the trail facing southwest.
3D Map of the Royal Arch trail

We gained about 1300 feet over 1.5 miles on the way to Royal Arch.
Elevation profile of the Royal Arch trail

The lights of Boulder were blazing tonight. This view is to the northeast.
Boulder Lights to the NE

Looking to the southeast, the full moon lit up the sky almost like daylight.
Full Moon and Boulder Lights to the SE

The Royal Arch framing the Flat Irons in the background and a bit of starry night sky.
Royal Arch

Tonights hikers.
Group Photo