Perched 2,000 feet above a gooseneck bend of the Colorado River, Dead Horse Point offers one of the most photographed vistas in the Southwest, often compared to the Grand Canyon. The park sits on a peninsula of stone connected to the mesa by a 30-yard neck, where cowboys once corralled wild mustangs. It neighbors Canyonlands' Island in the Sky district and is a renowned dark-sky and mountain-biking destination.
| Category | State Park |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Moab |
| Top activities | Overlook viewpoints, Mountain biking the Intrepid Trail System, Hiking rim trails, Photography, Stargazing |
| Best time to visit | March-May and September-October; sunrise and sunset transform the canyon colors. |
| Entrance fee | $20 per vehicle (up to 8 people); $10 motorcycle; $4 pedestrian/cyclist. |
| Permits | None for day use; campground and yurts book months ahead. |
Visitor tip: Sunset from the main point lights up the river bend below - stay 30 minutes after the sun drops for the best color.
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