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Dragon Point
The overlook at Dragon Poin offers a stomach-churning view of the depths of the canyon.
Plan Around Dragon Point
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Dragon Point Details
The overlook at Dragon Point, 4.4 miles west of the Visitor Center on South Rim Road, offers a stomach-churning view of the depths of the canyon. Below you, the river slithers through the canyon floor, and to the east is a view of Painted Wall and the serpentine patterns of light-on-dark rock on the cliff. With a little imagination, you can see the dragon in the rock pattern on Painted Wall. A great place for sunset views, Dragon Point is a must-see.
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Nearby Parks Around Dragon Point
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Dragon Point
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0.2 mi away
Cedar Point Nature Trail
An easy trail featuring the flowers, grasses, and shrubs native to the South Rim of Black Canyon.
0.5 mi away
Painted Wall
Made up of some of the oldest rocks in Colorado, Painted Wall is a must-see in the park.
0.6 mi away
Painted Wall View
Painted Wall truly is one of the more remarkable sights in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park.
0.6 mi away
Sunset View
The best parking on the South Rim. (Hint: There's a view.)
0.7 mi away
Chasm View
Remarkable views of the South Rim down a short trail just off the road.
