Goosenecks State Park offers jaw-dropping views of the San Juan River’s entrenched meanders from 1,000 feet above! With 8 primitive campsites and spectacular dark skies, it’s Utah’s most dramatic overlook.
The Goosenecks
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏜️ Drop | 1,000 feet to river |
| 🌊 River | San Juan River |
| 📸 Views | 5 entrenched meanders |
| 🌌 Stargazing | Exceptional dark skies! |
Primitive Camping
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏕️ Sites | 8 designated (+ roadside) |
| 💵 Fee | $10/night |
| 📅 Reservations | First-come, first-served |
| 🚿 Amenities | Vault toilets ONLY |
⚠️ PRIMITIVE: No water, no electricity! Bring everything you need. Very windy at night—secure your camp!
FAQ
When is the best time to visit?
Spring and fall offer the best temperatures. Summer can be extremely hot, and winter nights are frigid.
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Location & Getting There
Goosenecks State Park is located in Utah. The park’s coordinates are 37.1747, -109.9269. Check the park’s official website or your state parks app for detailed driving directions and GPS navigation tips.
Quick Facts
- Location: Utah
- Coordinates: 37.1747, -109.9269
- Activities: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing
- Pets: Allowed on leash in most areas (check local rules)
Things to Do
Utah parks display dramatic red rock landscapes and high desert beauty. Activities include hiking slot canyons, mountain biking desert singletrack, boating on blue reservoirs, fishing for trout, rock climbing, off-roading, camping under spectacular starry skies, and exploring dinosaur tracks and petroglyphs.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall are prime. Summer brings extreme heat (100°F+) to desert parks. Winter is cold but beautiful with snow-dusted red rock. Flash flood risk peaks during summer monsoon — never enter slot canyons when rain threatens.
Visitor Tips
Day-use fees $10-$20 per vehicle. Annual pass $75. Carry at least one gallon of water per person per day. Popular parks require day-use reservations on weekends. Cell service is nonexistent in southern Utah.
Explore More Utah State Parks
Goosenecks State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in Utah. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in Utah guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Edge of the Cedars State Park Museum is within about an hour’s drive, and Dead Horse Point State Park is elsewhere in the state.
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