Gunsight Point rewards the long dirt-road approach with a close look into the canyon country of the Arizona Strip. From this remote overlook in northern Arizona, the view follows Snake Gulch and Kanab Creek through a maze of cliffs and side canyons. We made the trip in our Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Limited, and the destination was as memorable as the ride.
Why Ride to Gunsight Point?
The reward is a quieter, more intimate canyon view than the familiar developed overlooks. Looking south, you can trace the drainages toward the Grand Canyon; turn around and the open Arizona Strip stretches toward the Utah border. There are no guardrails or visitor facilities at the point, so park well back from the edge and approach the overlook on foot with care.
Snake Gulch and Kanab Creek give the overlook its character. Their steep, layered walls make a striking backdrop for photos, especially when low sun brings out the texture in the cliffs.
Route and UTV Planning
Gunsight Point is south of the Kanab and Fredonia area, reached by a network of remote dirt roads on the Arizona Strip. The Gunsight Point Road route on onX Offroad describes an approximately 16-mile one-way approach, or about 33 miles out and back. The overlook coordinates recorded for our ride are 36.65379, -112.61873. Download an offline map before leaving cell coverage, confirm the route is open to your vehicle, and allow extra time for the drive to and from your staging point.
In dry weather, this is primarily a remote-road adventure rather than a technical rock-crawling trail. Conditions can change quickly: rain or snow can turn the dirt into difficult mud, and washouts or ruts can alter the drive. A capable UTV, adequate fuel, water, a spare tire or repair kit, and a way to communicate beyond cell range are sensible preparations. Avoid driving wet roads that are becoming impassable, and stay on routes open to motorized travel. Check BLM OHV guidance and Arizona OHV requirements before the trip, especially if you are bringing a UTV from another state.
Our ride vehicle was the Yamaha Wolverine RMAX4 1000 Limited. For more on how it has handled our adventures, see our RMAX4 buildup and long-term review and the 2025 RMAX4 model introduction. If you are planning a longer Arizona Strip itinerary, our North Rim ride spot covers other remote viewpoints.
