Dead Horse Point State Park

Dead Horse Point State Park

Spring 2010 Newsletter

Spring Flowers at Dead Horse Point State Park

When dusty green shrubs and red sand

give way to bunches of colorful flowers, we

know spring has arrived in the desert. At

first, a few small yellow or white flowers

pop up randomly. Soon there are flowers

everywhere, in every color of the rainbow!

When you are out hiking in the desert,

whether it’s on a mesa or in a canyon, see

how many colors you can find!

Flora and Fauna

When you enter the visitor center,

be sure to ask for a plant and

animal list. As you visit the park,

check off the plants and animals

you find. Bring a pair of

binoculars and some water, and go

for a hike. Hiking is a great way

to get the family outdoors and

having fun together!

Desert Safety Tips

For a fun and safe trip with your family, please observe some simple tips: Drink plenty of water! Stop

for water and snack breaks. Stay on the trail! Many of our overlooks are not fenced and are located

near a cliff edge. Protect your pets and park wildlife by keeping pets on a maximum 6’ leash and

please clean up after them. Wear good shoes when hiking a helmet when biking. A hat and sunscreen

are also good ideas. A bad sunburn is a good way to ruin a trip to the desert!

Hey Kids!

Become a Junior Ranger! Ask for a booklet at

the visitor center or attend an advertised Junior

Ranger program to get your badge. Being a

Junior Ranger means always staying on the

trail, picking up litter and always viewing

wildlife (even lizards!) from a safe distance. The

plants and animals live

in a harsh environment

and when they are

chased or harassed, it

makes survival that

much harder for them.

See how many badges

you can earn!

Visitor Center and Camping

Visitor Center Hours: 8 A.M. to 6 P.M.

Entrance Fee:

� $10 Private vehicle up to 8 passengers

� $2 Bicycles and walk-ins

� $5 Motorcycles

� $2/person, commercial tour groups only

Camping:

� $20 per night, 1 vehicle, 8 people

� $10 Extra vehicle

� Reservations: 1-800-322-3770 M-Th

We do not allow wood fires! There is limited

drinking water, please be conservative! Pets are

allowed but please clean up after them. Please

observe quiet hours from 10 P.M. to 7 A.M.