Powell Point Vista
Powell Point Vista sits at mile 81 of 123 along the Journey Through Time Scenic Byway, at an elevation of 7,529 feet. The terrain model shows land dropping 460 feet within 600 meters of the overlook, facing 270 degrees. Two features are visible to the northwest: South Rim, 2.2 miles away at 8,206 feet, and Powell Point itself, 4.5 miles distant at 10,196 feet. The view faces directly toward the sunset. Sunset times shift through the year, from 20:53 at the June solstice to 17:13 at the December solstice, with equinox sunsets near 19:40 and 19:26. Tropic is 13.1 miles to the west, Escalante lies 16.0 miles northeast, and Panguitch is 34.7 miles west-northwest. Mossy Cave is the previous lookout along the byway, with Head Of The Rocks Overlook next.
What you’re looking at
Named terrain inside the view from this overlook, nearest first.
- South Rim8,206 ftnorthwest · 2.2 mi
- Powell Point10,196 ftnorthwest · 4.5 mi
Light
This overlook faces sunset — 0° off square to it.
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:32 | 19:40 | 19:05 |
| June solstice | 06:07 | 20:53 | 20:14 |
| September equinox | 07:16 | 19:26 | 18:51 |
| December solstice | 07:40 | 17:13 | 16:32 |
Local time (America/Denver). Computed for this exact position.
Where it is
Mile 81 of 123 along Journey Through Time Scenic Byway.
- Tropic13.1 mi west
- Escalante16.0 mi northeast
- Panguitch34.7 mi west-northwest
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How high is Powell Point Vista?
Powell Point Vista sits at about 7,529 feet (2,295 m).
What can you see from Powell Point Vista?
From Powell Point Vista: South Rim (NW, 2.2 mi); Powell Point (NW, 4.5 mi).
Is Powell Point Vista better at sunrise or sunset?
Sunset. The land falls away from Powell Point Vista toward the sunset, so at sunrise the light is behind you. Exact times shift through the year; the page shows the current window.
What is the nearest town to Powell Point Vista?
Tropic, 13 miles W of Powell Point Vista.
What is the next lookout after Powell Point Vista?
Head Of The Rocks Overlook is the next surfaced lookout along the same route after Powell Point Vista.
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