Dead Horse Point State Park

The park encompasses 5,362 acres of high desert terrain at 5,900 feet elevation, featuring canyon formations and a dramatic Colorado River overlook point.

Opening to visitors in 1959, the area earned its name from 19th-century cowboys who used the peninsula as a natural corral for wild horses.

The natural formations within the park display geological layers that document millions of years of environmental changes in the American Southwest region.

The park maintains two campgrounds with modern facilities: Kayenta with 21 RV sites and Wingate featuring 20 RV spots plus 4 yurts for overnight stays.

The Intrepid Trail System offers 17 miles of mountain biking paths across the desert landscape, ranging from beginner to expert difficulty levels.

Location: Utah

Inception: 1959

Website: https://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/dead-horse

GPS coordinates: 38.50582,-109.73317

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:51