Sunset Point & Panorama Point
Sunset Point
The park's classic sunset viewpoint, where the setting sun turns the folded cliffs and the distant Henry Mountains golden-red. You can stargaze on the spot after dark.
Sunset Point shares a parking lot with Goosenecks Overlook and is reached by a gentle path of about 0.6 km. It faces east toward the “Castle” rock face, the Waterpocket Fold, and the Henry Mountains. At sunset, the whole cliff face turns orange-red. The Panorama Point at the junction has wide views. The park is an International Dark Sky Park, and park rangers often host stargazing programs in summer. It is free, and it is about a 10-minute drive from Torrey. On the drive back after dark, watch for mule deer on the road.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- Goosenecks Overlook
- Chimney Rock Trail
- Fruita Rural Historic District
- Fruita Schoolhouse
- Gifford Homestead
- Cohab Canyon
- Petroglyph Panel
- Hickman Bridge