HIGHLIGHTS Iconic Colorado River overlook, 1,000-ft canyon walls, broad panorama, popular sunset stop BEST PHOTOGRAPHY TIME Sunrise (6–7:30 AM) for dramatic light inside the bend; late afternoon shadows add depth. Midday light is harsh. GEAR REQUIREMENTS Closed-toe shoes, 1 L water minimum, sun protection. Overlook edge is unguarded — keep children close. COORDINATES 36.876864, -111.502874 → Open in Maps One of the American Southwest's most-photographed vistas, Horseshoe Bend is a near-perfect 270-degree meander of the Colorado River carved into Navajo sandstone. A paved path leads from the parking lot to a fenced overlook, making it