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Lookout · Page, Arizona
Horseshoe Bend
A horseshoe bend of the Colorado River about 300 meters below an overlook on the canyon rim, 8 km from Page, reached by a short walk from the parking area.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend is a meander of the Colorado River that wraps around a large horseshoe-shaped sandstone rock, just downstream from Glen Canyon Dam. From the overlook, on the edge of a cliff about 300 meters high, you can see the full curve, the green river below and red walls surrounding it.
The overlook is inside Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. A wide roughly 1 km trail, partly paved, links the parking lot to the rim, where there is a section with a railing. Outside the railing the edge is open and the sandstone surface can be slippery when covered in loose sand.
The parking lot is managed by the town of Page and charges per vehicle. Boat tours on the river, which depart from the dam, pass by the bend from below.
Late afternoon light hits the walls from the side, and the overlook fills with people waiting for sunset.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
Late afternoon or morning, when the light is not blinding. At midday the sun is high and the bend appears with less contrast.
How to get there
The parking lot is off US-89, about 8 km south of downtown Page. From there it’s about a 1 km walk to the rim.
Tip
Bring water and a hat: there is no shade on the trail. Stay behind the railing to photograph and do not go near the open edge.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Horseshoe Bend
How far is the walk to the Horseshoe Bend overlook?
About 1 km each way on a wide trail with some paved sections and no shade. It takes 15–20 minutes on foot.
Is there a fee to see Horseshoe Bend?
Parking is charged per vehicle by the city of Page. Check the current rate posted on site.
Best time of day for Horseshoe Bend?
Late afternoon and early morning, for side lighting. At midday the sun is high and the photo loses contrast.