From Moab, head north on US-191 toward I-70. About 11 miles north of town is the junction with SR-313. This is also the road to Canyonlands. Follow SR-313 14.6 miles to the junction to Dead Horse Point. Turn left and go 4.2 miles to the entrance to the park.

Recommendations

Roadside Attraction
For families or the less motivated, start by driving to the end of the park road and viewpoint at Dead Horse Point proper. The views 2000 feet down to the Colorado River are incredible! A paved path allows for a nice wander along the point; afterwards stop back at the visitor center and take in somewhat less dramatic views from that overlook.

Hikers
The park has several excellent trails. For my money, I would recommend the West Rim trail the highest. Linking the West Rim and East Rim trails and visiting all of the viewpoints along the way makes for about a 6-mile loop. Get an early start in the summer, the trail can be scorchingly hot in the heat. Finding the trail can be a minor problem in the winter if there is fresh snow.

Bikers
The park boasts the Intrepid Trail System, about 16 miles of continuous beginner and intermediate mountain bike trails. These are separate from the hiking trails, on the north end of the park near the entrance gate. Dogs are not allowed on the biking trails.