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Dead Horse Point State Park

4,086 Reviews
#2 of 96 things to do in Moab
State Parks, Nature & Parks
SR 313, Moab, UT 84532
+1 435-259-2614
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From the prominence of Dead Horse Point, 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River, an ever changing landscape unfurls. Immense vertical cliffs meet with canyons carved by ice, water and wind creating a visual masterpiece. Plants and animals surviving on the edge of existence face many challenges of extreme conditions within this high desert environment. Stories of ancient hunters, resting along the cliff tops while knapping chert in preparation for the next hunt, and cowboys of the late 1800's, chasing wild mustangs onto Dead Horse Point, using the narrow neck to block off the natural corral . What story will you discover on your visit to Dead Horse Point State Park?

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From the prominence of Dead Horse Point, 2,000 feet above a gooseneck in the Colorado River, an ever changing landscape unfurls. Immense vertical cliffs meet with canyons carved by ice, water and wind creating a visual masterpiece. Plants and animals surviving on the edge of existence face many challenges of extreme conditions within this high desert environment. Stories of ancient hunters, resting along the cliff tops while knapping chert in preparation for the next hunt, and cowboys of the late 1800's, chasing wild mustangs onto Dead Horse Point, using the narrow neck to block off the natural corral . What story will you discover on your visit to Dead Horse Point State Park?
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4,086 reviews
  • Excellent76%
  • Very good19%
  • Average3%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
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SR 313, Moab, UT 84532
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Reviewed yesterday
A Utah State Park gem

This state park, costing $15 to enter, was much less crowded than the nearby National Park. It has a beautiful visitor center which had a local artist exhibit. The hikes were excellent, and the views were something you might see in National Geographic.

Thank richardy63
Reviewed yesterday via mobile
Amazing crazy delightful!

For people who want to see massive vistas 300 million years of sandstone cliffs...this is your place. Its a great for people who JUST get to Moab. Its a small park with alot of trails. For people with kids or disabilities or who do not...More

Thank David M
Reviewed yesterday
Beautiful Hike

We visited Dead Horse Point three years ago and knew we wanted to return with a little more time to spend. This visit we hiked the Big Horn Overlook Trail and are so glad we did! The trail is very well marked making it easy...More

Thank Terry M
Reviewed 2 days ago
Unbelievable Sunset Views

We stopped here after spending the day at Arches, and it was the perfect place to watch the sunset. The views are breathtaking from the rim. It's easy to drive to the beautiful lookout points. We didn't hike the trails, but I'd love to return...More

Thank Ashley B
Reviewed 2 days ago
Views are Overwhelming

+ I just love the review from the person who gave this 2 stars but never got out of her car. We had just been to Canyonlands and I have to say this state park was in some ways even better. The vantage points were...More

Thank 22man
Reviewed 2 days ago
Stunning

There is no other word - amazing place. WE also did the rim trail on both sides. Nice, very easy walk.Recommend starting dawn on the west side. If you are in Moab, this shall not be missed.

Thank brutusOslo
Reviewed 2 days ago
awesome views

dead horse point is a state park but is on the same road as the north entrance to canyonlands national park. Separate charge for admission of $15. well maintained.

Thank scpenfield
Reviewed 3 days ago
Incredible view and local fables.

Be sure to get a local guide. Makes the visit more meaningful. Driving thru there you will see great scenery, but knowing what you are seeing is very important.

Thank Ludmila J
Reviewed 3 days ago
Have to Visit.

My wife and I took a walk along the both of the rim hikes. They were very easy and the vie is fantastic.

Thank Kevin F
Reviewed 3 days ago
Wonderful Park Near Moab

Dead Horse Point State Park is a wonderful park near Moab. We thoroughly enjoyed walking the rim trail and having the most amazing views of the canyons and the Colorado River. The trails were fairly flat, so easy hiking, with very few other hikers to...More

Thank Nickie W
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Kboester1
10 September 2017|
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Response from Lee T | Reviewed this property |
We only saw Moab so I cannot answer your question.
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Ericalk5
10 September 2017|
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Usually campsites are relatively easy to come by. A little harder to book are the yurts. The later in the fall you come the more available. This is an amazing park and area, have fun
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Amy K
26 July 2017|
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Response from Catherine B | Reviewed this property |
Yes. However we have a 4th grader and applied for the free park pass that gives you access to all state and national parks. W live in Colorado but I believe this is a national program "Every Kid in a Park"
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