Horseshoe Bend, River meander in Coconino County, United States.
The Colorado River carves a horseshoe-shaped curve through red sandstone cliffs, creating a 1,000-foot-deep canyon in the Arizona desert.
The formation began six million years ago when regional uplift trapped the Colorado River, forcing it to cut through layers of Navajo Sandstone.
Native American tribes, particularly the Navajo Nation, maintain strong connections to this land, with their territory bordering the southern section.
Visitors can reach the observation point via a 0.75-mile trail from the parking area, which requires a $10 fee per vehicle.
The Colorado River flows 1,000 feet below the observation point, making a 270-degree turn around the sandstone escarpment.
Location: Coconino County
Elevation above the sea: 980 m
Website: http://horseshoebend.com
GPS coordinates: 36.87944,-111.51389
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:14
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