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Goosenecks State Park

4.9 (38 reviews)
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Vic C.

Goosenecks State Park is located on your way to Valley of the Gods and also north of Mexican Hat. This state park is open 7 days a week and cost $5 per car (for 8 people) and $10 per night to camp. With this state park, many millions of years ago, it was actually flat. But the San Juan River eventually made its way through here. The water cut through the stone giving the beautiful landscape that you see now. This state park is dog friendly (dogs must be leashed) and offers just beautiful birds eye views of the San Juan River. You can walk down to get a closer look, down a rocky and narrow path that is pretty short and a little challenging to get through but you don't have to climb down to enjoy the views. Please note that there is one restroom here but does not have a sink or soap (consider bringing sanitizer or hand soap with a bottle of water to wash up). Depending on when you come, it can be a bit windy here and also there is no shade so dress accordingly. When I came here with my husband and our little girl dog, (a Tuesday late afternoon around 5 pm), it was empty and we had this place all to ourselves during our visit. Beautiful place and do not think this state park is as popular as some of the others. Worth a visit.

Apple S.

Gorgeous out here. Entrance fee gives you access to this large area with lots of campers around the rim. It gets hot out here. Cool to see the kayakers down.

Sarah G.

Nice little side tour on our way to Monument Valley. Beautiful views and picnic areas.

Matt T.

Easily one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen. I'd come here over Horseshoe Bend any day of the week/month/year. It's situated very close to Mexican Hat Rock, but this natural marvel is truly a MUST see if you're driving anywhere near Monument Valley. Some of the people in our inn said that they were able to get into the river on tubes, and I was SO jealous! The next time I come, I'm definitely bringing the water gear to check that off of my bucket list.

Luc H.

Simply breathtaking!! True geological feat with very easy access from the main road and 20 minutes from Monument Valley. Not to be missed!

Gooseneck state park
Xia Y.

Beautiful though nothing comparable to the Horseshoe. Very peaceful and surprisingly, not a lot of traffic so that's always nice. The river is a lot narrower than I had imagine but at least it's there. Overall, it was a good morning stop (and bathroom break) before heading south.

The climb down
Jennifer S.

If you're headed to Valley of the Gods this is a great stop. Great views of our mighty canyon and Colorado River.

Corey G.

In a word: AMAZING. This park stealthily inhabits the otherworldly area of the UT/AZ area near Monument Valley. Why does Goosenecks live a covert life? Well, it is right near Monument Valley, arguably one of the most beautiful natural areas on this planet. Secondly, it is a bit off the beaten path. Lastly, Goosenecks loses a lot of press to that other river-cut formation (perhaps you've heard of the Grand Canyon). Personally, I don't think Grand Canyon has anything on Goosenecks. It may be smaller, but when you come to this park and look over the edge at the serpentine and gargantuan gooseneck canyon. It truly is breathtaking. The landscape here is otherworldly (I've had friends ask if I Photoshopped myself in the photos of myself above her majesty). And then there's the name. With a name as apt as Goosenecks, you kind of get an idea of what you will be looking at, but you are never prepared until you actually see it with your own eyes. Photos don't do her justice. You have to take a side trip up to this park if you are in the area.

A glimpse to the underworld
Warren T.

A portal between our world and the underworld. The River Styx (San Juan river) snakes its way through the beautiful campground which sits upon the precipice. Sunrise and sunset are amazing. The alien contours of the river and its banks are unreal. Coupled with the fact that this is a little known campsite and not frequently crowded (at least when I was there) makes it a destination of its own. Well situated close to Monument Valley, Valley of the Gods, Natural Bridges, and eastern Glen Canyon/ Lake Powell, it is an ideal location to camp after a day of hiking and sightseeing. Plus it's free. 5 enthusiastic stars.

Lisa H.

Great views and a nice stop for lunch as we drove from Moab to Monument Vally. The park is small but the views are spectacular!

This is me with my family at Goosenecks State Park.
Tom B.

ONE OF THE MOST DRAMATIC LANDSCAPE VIEWPOINTS IN AMERICA. Goosenecks State Park is located in between Monument Valley (to the south) and Natural Bridges National Monument (to the north). Goosenecks State Park is very close to Mexican Hat. I first learned of Goosenecks from a photography book by Bruce Barnbaum. Mr. Barnbaum's book is called "Visual Symphony." In addition to containing a photo of Goosenecks State Park, the book also has an amazingly majestic photograph from Fisher Towers, which is located near Moab, Utah. Although Fisher Towers is awesome and other-worldly, and although it is easy to get to by road, it is not often frequented because it has not been given the status of a state park. Goosenecks State Park has just one extended viewpoint of several huge river bends, flowing in a deep canyon with a series of stepped cliffs and terraces. Access to the bottom of the canyon can be had by nearby Honaker Trail. From what I read, this trail is five miles round trip, and can easily be hiked by children. From posted pictures of this trail, it is apparent that the trail provides a close-up view of the striated walls of the canyon. My own photographs, which are posted here on YELP, were taken from the overlook that is next to the modest-sized parking area of Goosenecks State Park.

Loren W.

What an incredible view! We have been to Monument Valley many times but just found this park. It is totally a great side trip from Monument Valley.

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Had a fabulous stay !! Marie in the ranger shack is so sweet and nice to talk to . Beautiful sights !

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A little out of the way, however Goosenecks Park is a MUST see. You will not be disappointed. After all you have come so far...

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Monument Valley

Monument Valley

4.5(49 reviews)
35.8 mi

Absolutely stunning scenery and a true icon of the American West: Monument Valley is a must-see,…read morebut it's not without its quirks! The place gets extremely crowded, especially with tour buses (including a lot of Taurus-branded ones), which can make the visitor center feel hectic. Be prepared to pay a separate entrance fee since the park is on Navajo reservation land, and your National Parks pass won't work here. If you want to experience everything, you'll definitely need a 4x4 vehicle. The main loop is a rugged, unpaved dirt and gravel road, and there are some sketchy spots that really call for higher clearance and four-wheel drive. Regular cars can technically make it, but you'll be glad for the extra power and stability if you hit rough patches or deep sand. Inside the park, there are a few restaurants, but the food is just okay and pretty pricey. Still, the real draw is the landscape: jaw-dropping buttes and mesas that have starred in countless movies and photos. Every corner offers another incredible view, and there are endless opportunities for amazing pictures. Despite the crowds and rough roads, it's a five-star destination for anyone who loves dramatic scenery and film history!

I was unable to check in. There was no internet at the time. We never get tired of visiting…read moreMonument Valley. The scenery is breathtaking with the monuments reaching for the sky. Most of the photos are taken at the Forrest Gump area. It is possibly the most visited area for photos. Visit if you're able. There are no facilities until you exit the park. Make sure you have water and the vehicle is gassed up.

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Monument Valley - The chimney at Monument Valley

The chimney at Monument Valley

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Muley Point Overlook

Muley Point Overlook

4.3(6 reviews)
6.0 mi

Great drive up the side of a Mesa. Wonderful views and a great spot to spend the night.read more

Well, I guess...for those who are looking into visiting Muley Point Overlook...it does get combined…read morewith driving the 3 mile road - Moki Dugway. I was a fan of Moki Dugway and making my way up to the top of Cedar Mesa. But...Muley Point fell pretty flat for me. I have by far seen much better overlooks during my time. It's the truth. Muley Point was scenic, but I wasn't blown away by it. There was potential maybe for it to be great....but my biggest problem was that I wasn't able to capture that "wow moment". When I arrived here, btw....after driving up Moki Dugway, I found Muley Point by making my first left at the top of the dugway and then driving the simple 5 mile dirt road to the end...as far as I could go. Although there weren't any signs for it, at the end of the roadway I simply got out of my car and I knew I was there. This overlook was just frustrating for me. I wasn't able to put myself in any of the pictures because I was standing high up on top of rocks and boulders while trying to peer down and out into the distance. The angling down for pictures had no potential. Basically it's a straight drop down below. The viewing platform was very high up and the terrain of the windswept "goosenecks" valley was very low...especially trying to fit myself into any photos. I know I'm being quite picky, but I was disappointed with the experience. I was able to take pictures to the best of my ability capturing the sweeping landscape, but ultimately it was WAY TOO DANGEROUS to step too far out on the ledge just for the perfect pics. I had to stand from afar (to be safe) and this was a real buzzkill for me. I'll just say when you're here...you'll understand what I'm trying to relay. But certainly Muley Point had potential. If I had to relate and put into comparison of what the scenery was all about, I'd say it had a lot of aspects like Goosenecks State Park (which is not too far away) and some Canyonlands National Park type terrain. It wasn't colorful whatsoever....but the natural sweeping canyons and halls of cliffs made it understandable why tourists could be thinking it's great. But (for those who are still reading this, lol) Goosenecks State Park just a few miles down the road....had much much more of an accessible ledge to put myself into the pictures without hindering the balance and comparison between the landscape and my squatting body, lol. In all, I refuse to take selfie pictures...so if that's what you want...then it is what it is. I'm just saying Goosenecks afforded me a lot vantage points and opportunities along the overlook and ledge to make for memorable photos....just like at Horseshoe Bend (another place w/ similar geography)....who doesn't want to be in their photos, appreciating and peering out into the majestic distance? Basically saying...I just value putting myself in pictures, hehehe. Also, Muley Point did have "Canyonlands-esque" NP aspects to it, but Canyonlands was made for visitors and tourists to capture essential and beautiful moments...but just not here at desolate Muley Point. After walking back and forth and in and out of all the cracks and crevices looking for a proper spot to grab the essence of this overlook, I gave up. And...lots of the sections of Muley Point had me facing straight into the sun which altogether negated any ideal photography. In the end...I snapped a few pics and returned back along the 5 mile road to the end of Moki Dugway. Although there was virtually no one present at this overlook, I will say that you are allowed to camp here and for free! That's actually a great aspect of Muley Point. I did see 2 tents set up and somehow an RV camper as well though I'm not sure how the camper traveled up Moki Dugway which discourages large vehicles to make the trek. Maybe the RV was coming from the opposite direction where there's no elevated upgrades and or switchbacks climbing any mountains. Overall though, I guess if you're going to drive up Moki Dugway, you might as well go a little further and drive here to Muley Point....especially if you're looking to camp out for the evening. I could envision camping out during a pretty sunset and underneath the Southern Utah stars being quite pleasant. So, yeah...sorry for a being a downer about Muley Point. And sorry for being so detailed and pinpointed about my visit here. I guess I had high expectations about this viewpoint especially since I appreciated so much Goosenecks State Park and Valley of the Gods from earlier in the day. Just....I have witnessed much much better and more accessible overlooks along my travels.

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Muley Point Overlook - Great camp spot

Great camp spot

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Moki Dugway - Moki Dugway

Moki Dugway

4.6(11 reviews)
7.0 mi

Reading blogs online made my scared to do this drive. But after telling my husband about it there…read morewas no turning back. It was so much FUN. And in decent weather, it was easy in our SUV. We saw an RV coming down the pass which looked ridiculous and scary but we had a blast!!!

Moki Dugway for those who are possibly wondering exactly what is a Moki Dugway....it's…read moresimple....this is a very short, yet windy and steep uphill drive for 3 miles and 1200 feet reaching the top of Cedar Mesa. So what makes it so special??? Well, for me, it was just the drive. For the 3 miles, it's on dirt road. The speed limit and it's posted is 5 MPH. Yes...go slow and take your time. I have a fear of heights so driving up...on the right hand side is the view of the surrounding desert area of Southeastern, Utah. And the drive up wasn't anything difficult or dangerous, but from time to time I had to sort of move over towards the left of the road just in case, lol...to be safe. That's all. But...I came here to Moki Dugway in early afternoon right after I completed exploring Valley of the Gods. And I'd basically say Valley of the Gods is a miniature version (or even on the same level) as highly acclaimed Monument Valley! I exited Valley of the Gods on the west side along Highway 261 and literally the start to Moki Dugway was like 1 - 2 miles down the road. There really weren't any official signs saying this was Moki Dugway, but signs were posted that you'll be driving uphill on a much elevated degree along a dirt road for the next few miles. So...you'll know you're on Moki Dugway when you see it. I found there to be plenty of little roadside pullovers to stop, get out of my car and not only appreciate the fresh air, but the scenic and wide open views among the heart of the desert of secluded Mexican Hat, Utah. And...I drove Moki Dugway up to the top of Cedar Mesa and didn't stop from there. Combined with Moki Dugway was heading to Muley Point. To arrive at Muley Point I made a left onto the first road at the top of the Dugway. There wasn't a sign for Muley Point. You just have to trust that it'll be the immediate first left up at the top. Then...it's an easy 5 mile drive along a gravel road to the overlook. Once again...there weren't any signs for Muley Point when I arrived...but I knew what it was because there was no road left to drive. From there, I exited my car and headed to see what Muley point was all about. Just a few extra points...there were posted signs at the start of Moki Dugway that no RV's were allowed to drive up it. And I can understand that. They're just too big. Also, my basic mid-sized car had no issues traversing it. When I visited here in early afternoon back in September....the good news about witnessing Moki Dugway is that I had the sun facing my back so my photographs came out nice, clear and vibrant. I'd recommend coming here in the afternoon instead of possibly fighting the sun in morning time. Some may think that Moki Dugway and Muley Point are completely remote, yet that's not true. I actually started my day hanging out at Goosenecks State Park nearby...then drove 17 mile Valley of the Gods for a few hours and ultimately headed towards Bluff, Utah and Natural Bridges National Monument the following day. Also, when I did drive up...maybe I passed just a few cars headed in the opposite down the Dugway. Point is...it's not a crowded landmark. I had cell phone reception from time to time from what I remember. Lastly I'd say about 3/4's of the way to the top of Moki Dugway, I found the best opportunities to pull my car off to the side, step out and grab good pictures. So, as you'd expect the higher I went and definitely towards the top of Cedar Mesa...were the ideal views and opportunities for photos. Although Moki Dugway wasn't 5 stars for me...(I mean the views were good, not totally off the charts) it was still certainly worthwhile to come drive it while I was in the area. Combined with other attractions around Mexican Hat, I'm a fan of it.

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Moki Dugway - Looking across The Valley of the Gods from Moki Dugway.

Looking across The Valley of the Gods from Moki Dugway.

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Moki Dugway - What a view from Moki Dugway.

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