Balcony Arch is a prominent class C natural arch, found in the southwest rim of a sandstone outcrop sometimes referred to as "Prostitute Rock". This is part of the "Behind-the-Rocks" area approximately 10 miles south of Moab Utah.

On the north end of this same sandstone outcrop, another class C natural arch can be found called Picture Frame Arch.

While this area is remote, you will probably encounter a number of other hikers and 4 X 4 vehicles. The area can be busy during the tourist season and especially busy during the Moab Jeep Safari weekend (Easter weekend). There are a number of trails and roads in this area and it can sometimes be tricky to find your way out again, especially after dark.

From this trailhead, it is an easy and pleasant walk westward for 1.7 miles. This will let you pass through the east rim of the San Rafael Swell and will get you access to the bottom of Eardley Canyon proper. The main part of Eardley Canyon is usually attempted from the top trailhead, some 9.5 miles to the northwest. The canyon is long and dangerous requiring significant experience with climbing ropes and canyonneering skills. The local Search and Rescue teams have to pull people and bodies out of this canyon on a regular, almost yearly basis.