The Meander Overlook gets its name from the fact that you get an amazing view of a horshoe bend in the Colorado River, 2,000-feet below. This majestic spot is the perfect place to take photographs of this unique geological feature.

Jamie S.

May 28, 2024

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The Meander Overlook gets its name from the fact that you get an amazing view of a horseshoe bend in the Colorado River, 2,000-feet below. This majestic spot is the perfect place to take photographs of this unique geological feature.

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Location: San Juan County, Utah, United States

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