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Notable viewpoint · San Juan, Utah

Short Point

Short Point is a viewpoint in San Juan, Utah.

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Short Point: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Short Point

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Short Point — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.61013, -109.86515. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Short Point yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Short Point?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Short Point?

    Nearby: Bears Ears East (viewpoint, 3 km), Natural Bridges National Monument (sanctuary, 16 km), Sipapu Bridge (attraction, 16 km), Bears Ears National Monument (sanctuary, 16 km), Dark Canyon Wilderness (sanctuary, 22 km), Moon House (fort, 25 km).

    Is Short Point worth visiting?

    Short Point is listed as a notable viewpoint in Utah on Spotwander.