1. Dead Horse Point State Park

    1. Dead Horse Point State Park

    0

    Moab, UT

    Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Dead Horse Point State Park

    4.7 (148 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

    Dead Horse Point State Park Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Dead Horse Point State Park

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Dan V.

    Absolutely stunning views and nice trails to hike. The potash ponds in the distance were amazing too and I never realized how big they really were. Be sure to check out the gift store/visitor center for all the awesome merch and the balcony to take in the view.

    The white horse.
    Nancy G.

    This is a very beautiful State Park with gorgeous views and overlooks, but it does have a sad history. I don't know the exact story, but for whatever reason, a LOT of horses, I want to say over 100, were forced onto what is now the main overlook in the park, and corralled onto the point, with no means of escape. There, they were left to starve and die of thirst, cruelly, overlooking a river that they couldn't get to. Today, the overlook looks down upon a plateau that, if one looks close enough, contains a sort of rock formation in the shape of a horse. Incidentally, the Mission: Impossible 2 opening scene, where Tom Cruise is rock climbing, was filmed in the park. The park is easily accessible off the main road to Canyonlands National Park (Island in the Sky district), and is also very near Arches. We only spent a few hours here, but depending on what activities you want to do, you could easily spend an entire day. 53/2024

    Colorado River
    Genezaret C.

    This should be part of Canyonlands National Park, it's so close and the Colorado River meanders through. The gift shop has a free little gallery to see artifacts and read about the history of this place. It's called Dead Horse State Park because the legend states horses were corralled at the top of the canyon. The cowboys would select the horses they wanted, leaving the unwanted horses to die overlooking the Colorado River.

    Paige T.

    Epic views into the canyon! Really close to Canyonlands NP, so it's easy to visit both during your trip. The visitor center has a very large parking lot that is also the starting point for some trails- very convenient. They also have some nice picnic areas. You can really choose your own adventure here- we hiked around 5-6 miles around the rim, and others drove to the viewpoints. Take lots of panoramic pictures!

    View at sunset from dead horse viewpoint
    Lindsey H.

    This park is awesome. Small and quaint and much quieter than its neighbor. Easy to quickly find spots of solace and see that it is cared for and that people love visiting. Can't really lose driving out to the viewpoint. Incredible views of the river. We also went to Canyonlands and they were both beautiful. We camped in Dead Horse and also spent a day in Arches. We were busy! Camped two nights at Wingate and overall this was a great experience. This campground is incredibly well cared for. The site had been cleaned and the ground raked. The table was spotless. The restrooms are clean as well. There is ice and wood available at the visitors center. No showers. We stayed in a tent only site and I recommend bringing a wagon that can handle gravel to help move gear for the very short walk. There are three sets of bathrooms. One had running water,toilets and a dish station. One was pit toilets. Shade is provided. Hit or miss which direction it faces for the time of day/sun exposure. There was no view of the canyon from our site. I wouldn't go into the trip expecting one. Sunset at the viewpoint was epic- especially facing east to see the sun casting shadows on the canyon below. This is the desert so expect cacti around the site and to stay out of the sand/surrounding area. Not lots of space for our kids to play which is a minor item to note.

    Rhonda W.

    Most important thing is is it worth seeing? The answer is absolutely if you come in this area this has to be on the list. The views you see with very little walking or just spectacular. We've been to this area a couple times and had no idea this park existed or how cool it was. It's very close to canyonland and I'd say it's similar to Canyonland, but you can see the river. There is a fee and your National Park past is not cover it but it is good for 2 days and well worth the cost. It was hot for a fall early October and my asthma was acting up so we didn't do a whole lot of trails. There are two trails at the Welcome Center that are short and great views we did those. Then we just stopped at all the overlooks I could have definitely spent more time, but we only had two days in the area to see arches Canyonland and this park. I'd say arches is the most popular Park in the area but between the two national parks and this park arches is my least favorite. As with all the areas in the West the lighting and the colors change so much throughout the day it's a photographer's dream. def take camera, hat, comfy shoes, sunscreen. water and snacks. we bring collapsible cooler so bevies are cold. cell service is hit or miss several places out west so be prepared to navigate old school.

    Sharon B.

    We love the beautiful vistas and visited the Mesa Arch to try and catch the sunrise. It was cloudy and rainy so we weren't able to see the arch light up as we had hoped but it was still beautiful. Love the Moenkopi yurts and their isolated location inside Dead Horse State Park. Very peaceful and quiet. We rented Moenkopi Yurt #2,3, and #4. All the yurts were roomy and clean. The AC units worked well to cool down the yurts in the afternoon heat. We even used the gas grill outside on the patio to grill some pork chops. Worked perfectly. There are 5 individual restrooms with flushing toilets and running water in the sink. There is a large sink outside for cleaning pots and pans. A storm hit the evening we were there and lasted until the next morning. It was noisy with the canvas flapping against the frame but everything was secured and the yurts did not budge an inch. We were nice and cozy inside.

    Kim L.

    This was a beautiful state park, and a perfect stop on the way back to Moab. There is a beautiful visitor center with friendly staff, and it's a short drive out to a beautiful look out, and a really nice 1 mile paved walking walk with great views, great for a short walk after Canyonlands! Definitely don't skip it!

    Dead Horse West Rim Trail

    Do not skip this park when you go to The Arches! The place is abstaining! We lied the west rim trail and if you like Horseshoe Bend, this place will blow you away! It started off as a cloudy day then magically the views opened up to a spectacular site!

    Dead Horse State Park
    Kenneth P.

    Absolutely wonderful. MAY 3, 2025, about 10am. Great paved roads, parking, trails around overlook area. This was the same day and time I tried to get on Canyon Lands NP read the review. So visit this park. $20 per car, NPS not valid.

    Stefanie C.

    Absolutely breathtaking and terrifying at the same time. My partner and I brought our two huskies to Dead Horse Point in the winter, which made us especially cautious about slipping on ice. Quick entry into the state park (paying the $20 fee at the gate) probably because there was no crowd. Parking was easy. Great maps to inform which trails to take. My boy husky and I are scared of heights, so we didn't get too close to the edge (good practice in life) but got lots of photos of the vast landscape. Plenty of rocks to scramble up. There's a restroom and picnic areas. Fantastic place to spend a few hours when it's not freezing. Checked it off my list and will opt for exploring other areas of Moab next time I'm around.

    Christine D.

    After hiking Arches, it was so interesting to drive to Dead Horse on flat land. Only when you get to the ranger station do you see the canyon and it makes it even more breathtaking than expected. We did not get to spend a lot of time here but we did have lunch on the rim and appreciated the information about 285 million years of land dropping before us. This is a wonderful place for easy trails, all ages and abilities. Leave not trace and take your garbage out with you.

    03.15.23
    Harlee S.

    Do not pass this up if you're visiting the other parks in Moab. I promise you, you will be glad that you came. The drive is unassuming, but the end result is breathtaking. The views and hues are incredible and unlike anything I've seen. We decided to head out early for sunrise and had the place all to ourselves. Unfortunately, it was too overcast and we didn't get to see it. Was it totally worth getting up early and having complete peace and quiet? Absolutely. Granted, there's not much to do, so if you're short on time you can cruise through this park and still enjoy some of it's main attractions. I suggest doing the short nature trail loop and the dead horse point overlook. The overlook is incredible and comparative to the Grand Canyon. Pictures do not do this place justice. You have to see it in person to really capture the beauty and natural made structures. I'm so glad that we carved out some time to visit this park because it's stunning!

    See all

    3 months ago

    Helpful 8
    Thanks 4
    Love this 11
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    1 year ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Quick and easy stop in between national parks for a stunning view. Easy to navigate for mobility impaired.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rhonda W.
    662
    1848
    57892

    2 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kim L.
    401
    831
    2714

    2 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mj N.
    0
    20
    15

    7 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kenneth P.
    23
    124
    27

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 0
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0
    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 18
    Thanks 0
    Love this 17
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Linh Y.
    229
    2344
    78955

    4 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Janet R.
    0
    179
    73

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Rebecca T.
    1040
    1635
    8609

    3 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Megan J.
    1379
    1239
    182

    3 years ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 9
    Thanks 0
    Love this 11
    Oh no 0

    5 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pete M.
    3
    88
    10

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Dan B.
    654
    1396
    1256

    4 years ago

    Helpful 9
    Thanks 0
    Love this 10
    Oh no 0

    2 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Pete L.
    0
    61
    44

    2 years ago

    Incredible views of the gooseneck!Beautiful area and nice place for lunch overlooking American Beauty!

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 years ago

    Helpful 11
    Thanks 0
    Love this 10
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 4

    Dead Horse Point State Park Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Dead Horse Point State Park

    How far is the hike to get to the top to see the view?

    Very short. You can take a loop if you want, but the main view is just a walk from a parking lot.

    View All 3 Questions

    Review Highlights - Dead Horse Point State Park

    The best thing of it all, you are within a short driving distance to both Canyonlands and Arches National Parks.

    Mentioned in 27 reviews

    Read more highlights

    Verify this business for free

    Get access to customer & competitor insights.

    Verify this business

    Arches National Park - View at the garden of Eden (not shown are the expansive distant views around the garden too, it's stunning!)

    Arches National Park

    4.8(1.1k reviews)
    17.8 mi

    Stunning! Absolutely stunning!…read moreI've traveled on four continents and this is easily one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. Park Avenue was my favorite, then the Delicate Arch, but holy heavens, around literally every turn there was another absolute stunner of a view. I took easily 100 pictures during my relatively short time in the park. Then, when you drive back out, you see all the same stunning views, but at different angles, and you experience those things in a brand new way. This was easily the highlight of my 3,600 mile, 12-day, 9-state road trip. You have to come here, it is nearly unbelievable how beautiful it is. You have to experience it for yourself. Absolutely one of the most beautiful places in the US, without question!

    Arches NP actually was a pleasant surprise to me. I'd heard it's small and underwhelming compared…read moreto other parks (e.g. Zion) which I do believe is true re: the size comparison, but honestly I don't think you should compare this park to ones like Zion/Glacier because the expectation is just different. This park's hikes follow one long main road that ends around a campsite area that goes to several arches including Broken Arch. I drove out their first and did this hike which is really more of a long trail. The arch was MUCH bigger than I'd expected, and it was cool to see! The weather wasn't the best -- scattered light showers creeping in but thankfully it never rained too heavily, and despite the trails being all sand/sandy dirt, my shoes stayed fairly dry and it didn't get too muddy. Along this trail are some other arches e.g. tapestry arch (there's three of them connected together). The trail is pretty flat and manageable for almost anyone, just a few areas that are a little more uphill than most but no scrambling or anything. Other cool hikes are the delicate arch trail (even if you just do the short viewpoint one, which I did), the sand dune arch, and the double arch/north window arch (more of a long walk than a hike). The skyline arch is also a nice easy pull off pic (or short walk to get closer), and the Park avenue and Garden of Eden viewpoints (+- other early viewpoints in the park) are absolutely stunning. If you're in the area, I would absolutely rec a trip to Arches NP! If you only have time to do one park in the area my personal pref would be Canyonlands rather than arches, but you can certainly see near all of arches within a day (or even a few hours if you just want to hit some of the major spots) whereas Canyonlands is MASSIVE and some areas require AWD/high clearance so Arches is much more accessible. If you really just want to hit the highlights in both, you can do it in one day (that's what I did -- left around 7a to go to mesa arch and grand overlook viewpoints @Canyonlands, then drove to arches and hit all those short trails/viewpoints mentioned above. Was done by about 6p the same day).

    Photos
    Arches National Park - Raven in the parking lot

    Raven in the parking lot

    Arches National Park - "Love your family, work super hard, live your passion." -- Gary Vaynerchuk

    "Love your family, work super hard, live your passion." -- Gary Vaynerchuk

    Arches National Park - Pothole Arch  07-08-2026

    See all

    Pothole Arch 07-08-2026

    Mill Creek Trail

    Mill Creek Trail

    5.0(4 reviews)
    12.1 mi

    Mill Creek Canyon Trailhead is a beautiful hike that I'd rate as moderate--some sections require…read moreclimbing over rocks, but nothing too extreme. Luna handled it with ease, hopping right up and then looking back at us as if to say, "You coming?" The trail follows the river nearly the entire way to a waterfall, which is just under a mile in, with another mile back. You don't necessarily have to do the full hike--there are plenty of spots along the creek where you can stop, let your dog swim, or cool off before turning back. If you do continue, the waterfall at the end makes for a rewarding finish. The water is cold but refreshing, and I can imagine it gets crowded on weekends. Luckily, when we went (weekday afternoon), it wasn't too busy. This trail is very dog-friendly, and most dogs are off-leash. That's great if your pup plays well with others, but if your dog isn't comfortable around other dogs, this may not be the best choice. Luna swam in the creek several times along the way and capped it off with a dip in the waterfall--she absolutely loved it. We didn't swim ourselves since we didn't bring suits, but next time we might. This is definitely a place we'd return to and a spot I'd highly recommend for dog owners.

    In A Nutshell: -Mill…read moreCreek Trail is a lovely trail that can stretch as far as 7-10 miles per the local I spoke to during my hike. -When you follow it initially from the parking lot, it will take you to the waterfall, that distance is about 1 mile one-way. -The hike was awesome during the morning (7am), barely saw many people. -You can catch a beautiful sunrise just over the waterfall too (see photo). -You will hike through the creek, dirt paths, brush & rocky edges. -Some reviews recommend water shoes, but I just went barefoot & I was fine. -The water was warm in mid-August & it wasn't very deep even at the waterfall (went up to my thighs). Overall, if you want to start off your day on a short, relaxing & fulfilling hike, you need to come here. You'll leave very happy & energized!

    Photos
    Mill Creek Trail
    Mill Creek Trail
    Mill Creek Trail

    See all

    North Fork Millcreek Canyon - Creek hike to the waterfall.

    North Fork Millcreek Canyon

    5.0(2 reviews)
    11.8 mi

    Free, fun, and worth the easy mile hike in. A new Moab tradition for our family! Top 5 places to…read moreexperience Moab! Deep pools.

    This lesser-known hike is perfect! It has rocks, trees and water. There is plenty of shade to…read moreshelter hikers from the hot summer day and a beautiful river that will cool you off. And it's dog friendly! At the trailhead, there is a small parking lot with a sign that tells visitors to come back later if the lot is full. We arrived just after 8am on a Sunday and found only 3 other cars there. The trail is very clearly marked so you know right where to go. Be sure to stop at the bathroom on your way up if needed. There is also a dog waste station to get poop bags, but you'll need to carry it out with you as there are no garbage cans along the way. The first few minutes of the hike are out in the open-lots of sun and no shade. But quickly you'll find yourself along the river with trees all around you. There is sandstone that you'll hike through-it can be a little slippery. A little further in you'll find that the trail crosses the river. Plan on getting wet even though there are rocks that you can walk across. Keep going and you'll end up at a beautiful waterfall and pool. I'm told there is another further on, but we turned around after this point. We will come back again and see what surprises await us beyond this point.

    Photos
    North Fork Millcreek Canyon - Waterfall and swimming hole.

    Waterfall and swimming hole.

    North Fork Millcreek Canyon - Crossing the river again

    Crossing the river again

    North Fork Millcreek Canyon - Bathrooms near the trailhead

    See all

    Bathrooms near the trailhead

    Rope Swing Moab - Rope Swing Moab

    Rope Swing Moab

    4.3(6 reviews)
    11.0 mi

    I had an amazing experience booking the Moab Rope Swing. The staff was extremely friendly, and the…read moreprocess to book, meet everyone, and find the location was simple and well organized. The views on the way to the swing were incredible, and the views at the swing itself were absolutely phenomenal. Everyone there made the experience feel welcoming and safe, especially the guy with the cowboy hat. He was next level when it came to keeping everyone calm during what is definitely a pretty intense experience. This is a must-do for anyone looking to try something exciting, intense, and completely different. I highly recommend it. Also, if you are going to do it, get the drone footage. It is absolutely worth the add-on and captures the experience perfectly.

    A lot of fun. The…read morebooking process was simple, and communication was great--everything from confirmation to a helpful reminder with clear meeting details. We were taken up in a large all-terrain vehicle, which added a fun start to the experience. Choosing the 11:00 time slot was perfect--it meant a smaller group, less waiting, and more time to explore afterward. The ride up felt like a mini tour with incredible views and interesting insights along the way. Our group of eight was the perfect size, especially compared to some of the larger groups we saw. Instructions were clear. You are also able to clip in with a harness while watching others jump--great for taking photos of friends with you. Before each jump, the team carefully double-checked harnesses and made sure everyone felt confident and safe. Loved the pull back up, peaceful and quiet. Fun crew, with just enough sarcasm.

    Photos
    Rope Swing Moab
    Rope Swing Moab
    Rope Swing Moab - For the ride up

    See all

    For the ride up

    Dead Horse Point State Park - hiking - Updated July 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...