Dead Horse Point State Park Travel Guide
Dead Horse Point State Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Dead Horse Point State Park is a state park in Utah. Dead Horse Point State Park is known for an overlook above the Colorado gooseneck.
Right now it is 64°F (18°C) in Dead Horse Point State Park with clear sky. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 57°F to 79°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Dead Horse Point State Park is May, June, July, August and September. The climate is semi-arid. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 91°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 23°F.
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), about 199 mi away. Nearby highlights include Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Goblin Valley State Park and Capitol Reef National Park.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 79°F is 13.3°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Dead Horse Point State Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Dead Horse Point State Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 38°28′53.8″N 109°44′25.4″W (38.4816, -109.7404)
Weather in Dead Horse Point State Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:43 AM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
☀️ 79° / 57°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
☁️ 79° / 59°
Overcast · 10% rain · wind 13 mph
Quick facts about Dead Horse Point State Park
| Type | State park |
|---|---|
| State | Utah |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 38°28′53.8″N 109°44′25.4″W (38.4816, -109.7404) |
| Established | 1959 |
| Known for | an overlook above the Colorado gooseneck |
| Local time | 9:43 AM (UTC-06:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Semi-arid |
Things to do in Dead Horse Point State Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Dead Horse Point State Park.
Best time to visit Dead Horse Point State Park
Go in May, June, July, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Dead Horse Point State Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City International Airport | SLC | 199 mi | Salt Lake City |
| Denver International Airport | DEN | 287 mi | Denver |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dead Horse Point State Park?
Dead Horse Point State Park is a state park in Utah. Its coordinates are 38.4816, -109.7404. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Dead Horse Point State Park right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 37% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dead Horse Point State Park?
May, June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Dead Horse Point State Park, which has a semi-arid climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dead Horse Point State Park in?
Dead Horse Point State Park observes America/Denver (UTC-06:00). The local time is 9:43 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Dead Horse Point State Park?
The closest airports are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), 199 mi away and Denver International Airport (DEN), 287 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dead Horse Point State Park?
Popular options include Canyonlands National Park, Arches National Park, Goblin Valley State Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Monument Valley and Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (state-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 9:43 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
