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Horseshoe Bend
It is easy to see how this natural wonder has become one of the most iconic landmarks of Arizona.
Plan Around Horseshoe Bend
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Horseshoe Bend Details
It is easy to see how this natural wonder has become one of the most iconic landmarks of Arizona. The vibrantly colored layers or sandstone rock sticking out like a sore thumb amongst the blue horseshoe-shaped Colorado River is unlike anything else on the planet. While it is unclear how this majestic landscape was formed (geologists debate whether it was caused by sinking tectonic plates or uplift of crustal rock), it's still considered one of the most popular destinations for hikers and photographers. You can reach the scenic overlook by a 1.5-mile trail through the flat desert landscape. It ends at a cliff 1,000-feet above the river and boasts a jaw-dropping view of the bend.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Horseshoe Bend
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Horseshoe Bend Trail
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Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area covers a vast area -- 1.2 million acres, almost all of it desert -- but most activity in the park is concentrated on the waters of Lake Powell.
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Lake Powell
Covering an impressive 161,000-acres, this lake is the largest artificial reservoir in the state and the second-largest reservoir in the entire country.
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Antelope Canyon
With swirls of orange, pink, and red sandstone walls, this canyon is easily one of the most mesmerizing places in the world.
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Fredonia-Vermillion Cliffs Scenic Road
As you drive down the US Highway 89A, you will encounter this scenic drive from Fredonia and Bitter Springs.
