The Colorado River's most iconic bend
Over millions of years, the Colorado River cut nearly 1,000 feet into the Navajo sandstone of the Colorado Plateau, carving a horseshoe-shaped curve so dramatic it defies belief. Today, a 0.6-mile paved trail leads from the parking lot to the rim — one of the most awe-inspiring views in the American West.
Located 5 miles south of Page, AZ, Horseshoe Bend sits within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The overlook is self-guided, no permit required. The parking lot charges $10 per vehicle, operated by the City of Page.
Everything you need to know
Parking & fees
$10 per vehicle · Open sunrise to sunset · No National Park Pass accepted
The trail
0.6 mi paved · ADA accessible · No guardrails at rim · Bring water
Best time to visit
Sunrise or late afternoon · Avoid 9 AM–2 PM peak crowds in summer
Getting here
US-89 Mile Marker 545 · 5 mi south of Page, AZ · 4.5 hrs from Las Vegas
Antelope Canyon
10 min away · Guided tours required · Book well in advance
River & water tours
Float the Colorado · Kayak from Glen Canyon Dam · Lake Powell boat tours
See the bend on your terms
Can't make the hike? Want a different perspective? Guided tours from Page give you more of the Grand Circle in less time.
Air & Helicopter Tours
See the bend, Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon from above on a small-group scenic flight.
View toursAntelope Canyon Combo
Pair Horseshoe Bend with a guided walk through Upper or Lower Antelope Canyon's glowing slots.
View toursRiver & Kayak Tours
Paddle the calm emerald water below the cliffs, or float the Colorado from Glen Canyon Dam.
View toursGetting to the overlook
The 0.6-mile trail from the parking lot is well-maintained, partially paved, and achievable for most visitors.
Park & pay
Pull into the City of Page lot off US-89. Pay the $10 vehicle fee at the booth — cash or card accepted. No roadside parking.
Hit the trail
Follow the paved path from the trailhead. It transitions to packed sand. The surface is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs with assistance.
Reach the rim
After about 20–25 minutes, the canyon opens before you — a 1,000-foot drop to the Colorado River's emerald bend.
Stay safe
There are no guardrails at the overlook edge. Keep children close. The drop is sheer. Do not approach the edge for photos.
Page, AZ live conditions
The desert environment changes fast. Check the current temperature and forecast before you leave — and arrive early to beat the heat.
Get directions →More wonders within a day's drive
Horseshoe Bend sits at the heart of the American Southwest's greatest road trip circuit.
Antelope Canyon
The most-photographed slot canyon on earth. Guided tours only — book weeks in advance.
Lake Powell
475 miles of shoreline backed by red canyon walls. Boat tours, houseboats, kayaking.
Grand Canyon
The South Rim is a natural extension of any Horseshoe Bend itinerary heading south.
Monument Valley
The Mittens and Merrick Butte — sacred Navajo land and an American icon.
Ready to go?
Make it a trip to remember
Pair Horseshoe Bend with Antelope Canyon, a river float, and two days in Page for the full Grand Circle experience.