Dead Horse Point State Park
Open year-round. Park hours are 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily. All campsites require advance reservations through Reserve America; first-come-first-served sites occasionally available at the gift shop. Check-in 3:00 PM, check-out 12:00 PM.
Wind Advisory issued October 10 at 9:57PM MDT until October 12 at 12:00AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Colorado, Four Corners/Upper Dolores River and Paradox Valley/Lower Dolores River. In Utah, Arches/Grand Flat, Canyonlands/Natural Bridges, and Southeast Utah. * WHEN...From 9 AM Sunday to midnight MDT Sunday Night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...In addition to strong surface winds expected, stronger thunderstorm potential could result in locally higher wind gusts at times.
Hydrologic Outlook issued October 9 at 10:53AM MDT by NWS Grand Junction CO
ESFGJT A strong low pressure system off the Pacific Coast will begin to draw in tropical moisture associated with Topical Storm Rachel this weekend. This strong southerly fetch will draw anomalously high moisture content across the Desert Southwest and into eastern Utah and western Colorado. The chance for widespread precipitation increases Saturday evening into Sunday. Total precipitation forecasts range from 1 to 3 inches across high terrain, with highest amounts favoring the Uintas, Tavaputs and the Southwest San Juan mountains. Embedded thunderstorms are also possible Sunday afternoon, increasing the threat for flash flooding across vulnerable terrain. While confidence in location and rainfall rates remain low at this time, the potential for rapidly rising rivers, streams, normally dry arroyos and slot canyons are possible Sunday through Monday. Please follow the evolving forecast, especially if your plans including recreating or commuting across eastern Utah and western Colorado Sunday onward. Also, keep in mind weather potential above your location and upstream, particularly for those who reside below sensitive terrain like recent burn scars.
About
Dead Horse Point State Park campground occupies one of Utah's most spectacular locations, perched 2,000 feet above a dramatic gooseneck bend in the Colorado River. The mesa-top setting provides sweeping views of Canyonlands National Park and the La Sal Mountains, making it a prime destination for photography, stargazing, and desert exploration. The park operates two campgrounds. Kayenta Campground offers 21 sites nestled within a juniper grove, all equipped with 20/30/50 AMP electrical hookups, lighted shade structures, picnic tables, fire rings, and tent pads. Wingate Campground features 31 sites: 20 with electrical hookups accommodating RVs up to 56 feet, plus 11 more secluded hike-in tent-only sites. Both campgrounds have flush restrooms with running water and dishwashing sinks. A dump station is located at the Wingate Campground entrance. Beyond camping, the park features nearly 30 miles of singletrack mountain bike trails and 8 miles of hiking paths. The visitor center offers WiFi, a gift shop, and serves as the starting point for ranger programs. The park's designation as an International Dark Sky Park makes it exceptional for night sky viewing.
Directions
From Moab, drive north on US-191 for approximately 11 miles to the junction with State Route 313. Turn left onto SR-313 and continue west for about 23 miles to the park entrance. The park is approximately 40 minutes from Moab and 248 miles southeast of Salt Lake City.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $45 - $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 87ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (435) 259-2614 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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