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How to get to and visit Horseshoe Bend (Arizona)

Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River in Arizona
Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River in Arizona

Un sightseeing trip through national parks for the west coast of united states offers the possibility of discovering numerous corners of great beauty and spectacular landscapes.

But this scenery Not only are they located within the parks themselves, but during the various enclaves with panoramic views of the typical desert landscape of the western United States.

This is the case of the place known as Horseshoe Bend.

How to Get to Horseshoe Bend in Arizona

Very close to Page, the town located north of Arizona, and which you should go to visit Lake Powell y Antelope Canyon, there is the spectacular scenery of Horseshoe Bend.

It is a sinuous meander what does he do Colorado River between canyons, which shows the visitor a surprising landscape.

For get to Horseshoe Bend, we must take into account Page Route 89 southbound, and about five miles, in the section between the 544 and 545 mile signs, you can see the indication Horseshoe Bend Overlook next to a parking lot where you have to leave your car.

From there a path of about a kilometer in length begins that takes you to the viewpoint from where you can see the spectacular panoramic view of the Colorado River.

To do this route it is advisable to bring plenty of water, especially in summer, as the path is very sandy, which makes the walk difficult.

Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River in Arizona
Horseshoe Bend on the Colorado River in Arizona

When is it best to see Horseshoe Bend

The Best times to see Horseshoe Bend consist of half morning, or early afternoon.

Due to its location, first hour in the morning, the bend of the river lies under the shadow, and at sunset, the sun will set in front of your eyes making vision difficult.

On the attached map you can locate the point where you can see this natural enclave.

About the Author

José Luis Sarralde

Journalist and traveler throughout his life, José Luis Sarralde is the founder of Guías Viajar, where since 2008 he has been capturing his travel experiences around the world, specializing in cultural and scenic destinations in Spain and Europe.

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