Meander Overlook loop from Dead Horse Point

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United States

Utah

San Juan County

Meander Overlook loop from Dead Horse Point

Easy

3.3

(8)

hikers

Meander Overlook loop from Dead Horse Point

01:56

6.46km

190m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

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Dead Horse Point State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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401 m

Impressive Valley View

Highlight • Viewpoint

This short spur trail off of the East-Rim Trail takes you to an amazing overlook. From here you get expansive views across the colorful desert and can see the Colorado …

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2.81 km

Dead Horse Point State Park Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

The Visitor Center at Dead Horse Point State Park is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pop in before or after your hike to cool down and …

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4.91 km

The Meander Overlook gets its name from the fact that you get an amazing view of a horshoe bend in the Colorado River, 2,000-feet below. This majestic spot is the perfect place to take photographs of this unique geological feature.

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6.46 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.77 km

805 m

437 m

428 m

Surfaces

4.65 km