Dead Horse Point State Park, Utah

Near Moab Utah, and Canyonlands, is the state park known as Dead Horse Point. The grassy plateau of Dead Horse Point is well known for its ranching history and its wonderful, 270° vista over the Colorado River. The awe-inspiring canyon views are like nothing else on earth.

You won't want to end your trip to Moab Utah or Canyonlands without taking a detour to see the beautiful Dead Horse Point State Park. Painted with a scenic landscape of red rock cliffs and canyons, as well as having a unique story behind its name, this park is well worth a visit.

Legend has it that many years ago, some stockmen had penned several wild horses in a canyon, but they were left there too long without water and died. In 1959, the area was designated a state park and named Dead Horse Point. Located just north of the Island in the Sky region, this small state park, consisting of only a few square miles, can easily be reached by a four-mile long side street branching off from the main road leading to Canyonlands.

The Dead Horse Point State Park offers hiking trails for those who would like to explore the area, a visitor's center, picnic facilities as well as campsites. The unspoiled beauty of the American West is evident at Dead Horse Point and its remote location makes it easy to forget the stress of everyday life as you enjoy the trails, camping and views. It is well worth making plans to spend a day or two at this Utah state park.

Dead Horse Point State Park is located on State Route 313, 18 miles off Highway 191 close to Moab.