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Sotol Vista Overlook
This stunning vista offers a view of the entire western side of the park from its high position above the desert.
Plan Around Sotol Vista Overlook
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Sotol Vista Overlook Details
This stunning vista offers a view of the entire western side of the park from its high position above the desert. From the overlook you can see miles upon miles of desert, and you can even make out the Santa Elena Canyon in the far distance. The view of the various desert plants, rock formations and Santa Elena canyon make it a good place to watch the sun set and is definitely worth a stop while you are driving along the Ross Maxwell Scenic Drive.
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Lower Burro Mesa Pouroff
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