Renata Natural Arch

Near British Columbia

49.40469, -118.07517

BC Recreation Site — Maintained to Standard — This awe inspiring natural stone arch has to be seen to be believed. The trail traverses steadily upward, across dry steep slopes leading to the arch. Sturdy walking shoes are required. Panoramic views of the lower Arrow Lake encourage frequent stops to catch your breath and take in the scenery. Rounding the last curve in the trail, the huge stone arch comes into sight. The view of it from the lake does not prepare you for the magnitude and grandeur of this amazing geological formation. One of the most awe inspiring views is from underneath the arch. From here, the 3 m wide (10 feet) and 6m (20 feet) thick arch stretches 45 m (148 feet) across the gully. From the top of the arch to the ground below is 34 m (112 feet). Sitting under the arch, on