Dead Horse Point State Park Entrance Station

What it is

The park’s drive‑through fee booth on UT‑313—your official checkpoint before the scenic overlooks and visitor center. It’s a quick pay-and-go stop, not a visitor center.

What to expect

You’ll pull into a staffed booth, pay the entry fee, and get a map plus basic guidance for your day. The area is surrounded by high‑desert pinyon–juniper and wide plateau views. There’s no place to park here beyond the short queue for payment.

Essentials and what’s not here

• No restrooms, water, food, or parking at the booth. Head to the Visitor Center just down the road for facilities.
• Payment is taken at the window; having your card/cash or Utah State Parks annual pass ready speeds things up.
• It’s the only vehicle entrance to the park and is typically staffed during park operating hours (about 6:00 am–10:00 pm).

Crowds and timing

This stop is fast most of the day, but brief waits are common on weekends and holidays, especially mid‑morning in spring and fall. Arriving early or later in the afternoon usually means rolling right through.

Wildlife

Not a wildlife hotspot, but you might spot ravens, lizards, or the occasional mule deer along the roadside—most likely in the cooler early morning or near dusk.

Best time to visit

• Day of week: Weekdays are smoother than weekends.
• Time of day: Early morning is easiest; late afternoon also sees shorter queues.
• Photographers: Light doesn’t matter much here—save your golden hours for the overlooks.

Quick orientation tip

After the booth, continue straight to the Visitor Center for restrooms, water, and trail info; then push on to the main overlooks for the big views.