Get yours when you book a hotel on TripAdvisor and review your stay!
Certificate of Excellence
Updating Map...
Horseshoe Bend is the intimate Grand Canyon experience (although...
Horseshoe Bend is the intimate Grand Canyon experience (although technically located in Glen Canyon.) The trailhead to this 3/4 mile hike is located just outside of Page, Arizona. It overlooks one of the most spectacular views on the Colorado River, 4 miles south of the Glen Canyon Dam, and 7 miles north of mile zero of the Grand Canyon.
The view is phenomenal, but there's nothing to stop you from going right over the edge - so watch the kids. The hike from the parking lot is not that far, but it is over a small... read more
Contributor
10 reviews
3 attraction reviews
3 helpful votes
The view is phenomenal, but there's nothing to stop you from going right over the edge - so watch the kids. The hike from the parking lot is not that far, but it is over a small hill, through sand, and the temperature can exceed 100. So bring good shoes, a hat, and water.
Thank Eric H
Report
Contributor
33 reviews
20 attraction reviews
7 helpful votes
It is really beautiful view. There is no infrastructure over there. You park the car and walk 2,5 miles (maybe) up and down hill to get there. Take water, it is hot. For better picture with no shadow, go at midday.
Thank Nina L
Report
Contributor
86 reviews
33 attraction reviews
60 helpful votes
Absolutely divine! Visit this site just before sunset... the colors, the reflections and the lighting during this time is just perfect! It is free to get to and visit this site.. very close to the main town of Page.. around 15 min. To get to the site, there is a small hike.. not very stressful.
Thank SneheeChaplot
Report
Contributor
16 reviews
8 attraction reviews
2 helpful votes
Is just off the highway. Would classify it easy to moderate walking. The view is fantastic, even if you are afraid of heights. AND it is free!
Thank Bonnie V
Report
Contributor
143 reviews
61 attraction reviews
71 helpful votes
We found Horseshoe Bend was along the way in our travels and stopped. It was busy and it is quite a hike from the parking area to the viewpoint but well worth it. Great views where you will take a lot of pictures. When we were there it was not hot but there was a sign at the parking area...
More
Thank Travel_4_Relax_N_Fun
Report
Contributor
8 reviews
3 helpful votes
Want a new perspective on life, come stand and take in this beauty. Anyone of any age can do this. One of the highlights of our trip was definately seeing horse shoe bend and the Grand Canyon!
Thank tiffany a
Report
Contributor
50 reviews
26 attraction reviews
10 helpful votes
This is a scenic area. It is about a 1 mile walk with 1/2 up hill and half downhill. You would have to hand over the 1000 ft. cliff to get the photo shot you see in advertisements. It's free. Take water. There are other places you can go to see river bends greater than 180 degrees but none as...
More
Thank Steven H
Report
Contributor
13 reviews
5 attraction reviews
1 helpful vote
This seems to be on the regular stops for tour buses. Hike from the parking lot to the canyon edge is about 3/4 mile each way. Uphill and then downhill both directions. Trail is mixture of sand and rock. There are no restrooms or other amenities at this area so bring your own water and sunscreen. It's a long drop...
More
Thank Jack S
Report
Contributor
13 reviews
9 attraction reviews
3 helpful votes
While I am glad that we did take the time to stop at Horseshoe Bend, I was a little disappointed. It is almost impossible to get at the vantage point to take a photo similar to the one we are used to seeing. It is still an amazing place, and the geology is so interesting.
Thank Linda H
Report
Contributor
23 reviews
13 attraction reviews
8 helpful votes
Well worth the walk, be brave and take incredible photos, watching young people sit and dangle their legs over the edge
Thank Simone T
Report
Problem with this question?
Problem with this question?
See all questions (38)
A special offer for TripAdvisor travelers! You’ll get a $25 Amazon.com Gift Card when you book a hotel on TripAdvisor and review your stay.* It’s perfect for books, music, travel bags, or millions of other items at Amazon.com.
Additional rules:
To learn more about this Book on TripAdvisor Bonus Amazon.com offer, click here.
*Amazon.com is not a sponsor of this promotion. Except as required by law, Amazon.com Gift Cards ("GCs") cannot be transferred for value or redeemed for cash. GCs may be used only for purchases of eligible goods on Amazon.com or certain of its affiliated websites. For complete terms and conditions, see www.amazon.com/gc-legal. GCs are issued by ACI Gift Cards, Inc., a Washington corporation. All Amazon ®, TM & © are IP of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. No expiration date or service fees.