Horseshoe Bend (Arizona)

Arizona · United States of America

Horseshoe Bend (Arizona), United States of America
Photo: Thomas Wolf, www.foto-tw.de, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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Best time to go
March to May, September to November
Budget
$
Accessibility
limited
Coordinates
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A near-360-degree meander of the Colorado River carved into Navajo sandstone near Page, Arizona. The overlook sits at the rim of a 1,000-foot cliff, providing a sweeping bird's-eye view of the turquoise river far below. Early morning and late afternoon light produce warm tones on the canyon walls, while midday sun can be harsh. The short trail from the parking area has minimal elevation change.

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