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Dead Horse Point State Park — Utah, USA

Dead Horse Point State Park

Cliff-edge camping 2,000 ft above the Colorado River — Canyonlands next door.

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Region
Utah, USA
Country
Worldwide
Biome
High desert (1,800 m)
Best season
Year-round
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Desert Hiking
  • Canyoneering
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: High desert (1,800 m)
  • Best season: Year-round
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Cliff-edge camping 2,000 ft above the Colorado River — Canyonlands next door.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: Year-round

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

High desert (1,800 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
Worldwide
Biome
High desert (1,800 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

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Last verified: 1970-01-01