Dead Horse Point State Park sits on a mesa in Utah, close to the town of Moab, and offers one of the most striking overlooks in the area. From the rim, the land falls roughly 2,000 feet to the Colorado River, and the view opens across the broad, sculpted terrain of Canyonlands National Park.
What the visit offers
- Panoramic overlooks across the canyons and river below, which make the park a natural stop for anyone who wants to see the landscape without a long hike.
- A visitor center where you can get oriented before you head out to the rim.
- Camping facilities, so you can stay on the mesa and see how the light changes across the canyons.
Planning your trip
The park is reached via UT-313, at the address Moab, UT 84532. Because it is a state park and Canyonlands lies nearby, many visitors combine the two in a single day, using Dead Horse Point for the broad view and Canyonlands for a closer look. If you want to confirm details before you travel, you can call the park at +1-435-259-2614.
Moab itself gives you a base for the rest of the area, with services and places to eat and stay close at hand. A visit to Dead Horse Point suits travellers who want a clear, memorable view of the Colorado River country and a relaxed introduction to the canyon landscape of southeastern Utah.
