Zion

The Third Prophet. Put together, the three bode ill for those who do not heed the words within the canyons. For those who listen and understand the majesty, sweeter words have not been spo ...

2009-02-13T22:17:13Z

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The Third Prophet. Put together, the three bode ill for those who do not heed the words within the canyons. For those who listen and understand the majesty, sweeter words have not been spo ...

The Placid side of the Angel River. Shot just a sunset, with the walls of Table Top Mountain rising up in sheer majesty. The brown of the water hiding the chill which lurks within.

2009-02-13T22:14:49Z

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The Placid side of the Angel River. Shot just a sunset, with the walls of Table Top Mountain rising up in sheer majesty. The brown of the water hiding the chill which lurks within.

Navajo cliffs. The limestone formations within Zion are known as the Navajo Cliffs. The rugged texture belies a tale that only they can speak of.

2009-02-13T19:57:31Z

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Navajo cliffs. The limestone formations within Zion are known as the Navajo Cliffs. The rugged texture belies a tale that only they can speak of.

Face of Ancients. The NE face of the Table Top grotto section of Zion National Park. Picture was taken just before sunset, late March 2006. Look closely and you will natural carvings that ...

2009-02-13T19:54:14Z

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Face of Ancients. The NE face of the Table Top grotto section of Zion National Park. Picture was taken just before sunset, late March 2006. Look closely and you will natural carvings that ...

Temple of the Virgins. A very majestic grotto, with a gruesome story to its name. The formation on the far right side of this picture has trails of red stone down it face, representing the ...

2009-02-13T19:56:04Z

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Temple of the Virgins. A very majestic grotto, with a gruesome story to its name. The formation on the far right side of this picture has trails of red stone down it face, representing the ...

Angel River at base of Tabletop Mountain. This seemingly placid flow of water is responsible for much of the rock formation that is Zion. Over 3 million years, a lot of rock can be carrie ...

2009-02-13T19:57:10Z

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Angel River at base of Tabletop Mountain. This seemingly placid flow of water is responsible for much of the rock formation that is Zion. Over 3 million years, a lot of rock can be carrie ...

Tabletop grotto at dusk. The cliffs beginning to repose for the evening, with the Angel River sliding icily through the boulders.

2009-02-13T19:55:41Z

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Tabletop grotto at dusk. The cliffs beginning to repose for the evening, with the Angel River sliding icily through the boulders.

Tabletop just before dusk. The reddish gray of the peak begins to show its night color, with the forboding of a formation warning all those who would consider an ascent to think carefully, ...

2009-02-13T19:56:19Z

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Tabletop just before dusk. The reddish gray of the peak begins to show its night color, with the forboding of a formation warning all those who would consider an ascent to think carefully, ...

Angel River at dusk, base of Tabletop Mountain. The murky water belies its frigid temperature, even as the sun paints Tabletop with the reddish brown hues that make the South West US one of ...

2009-02-13T19:54:18Z

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Angel River at dusk, base of Tabletop Mountain. The murky water belies its frigid temperature, even as the sun paints Tabletop with the reddish brown hues that make the South West US one of ...

As the last rays of sun wash across Zion, the defiant Table Top takes in the color and bounces it off to fill the sky with striations of color that foretell the night ahead.

2009-02-13T19:58:02Z

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As the last rays of sun wash across Zion, the defiant Table Top takes in the color and bounces it off to fill the sky with striations of color that foretell the night ahead.

Move quietly, lest you disturb the Ancients in their sleep. Home of cliff dwellers and others. Note the streaks of black indicating mesquite fires.

2009-02-13T19:55:01Z

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Move quietly, lest you disturb the Ancients in their sleep. Home of cliff dwellers and others. Note the streaks of black indicating mesquite fires.

View from the visitor's center parking lot. The formation is an invitation to the visitor to let all that was otherwise occupying their mind go and feast their senses on this most naturally ...

2009-02-13T19:54:01Z

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View from the visitor's center parking lot. The formation is an invitation to the visitor to let all that was otherwise occupying their mind go and feast their senses on this most naturally ...

R.C. Gorman hills. One of my favorite Native artist was Mr. Gorman. His portrayals of the Native Southwest were styled, yet spoke of a different level of spirituality.

2009-02-13T19:57:33Z

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R.C. Gorman hills. One of my favorite Native artist was Mr. Gorman. His portrayals of the Native Southwest were styled, yet spoke of a different level of spirituality.

Dusk and the threat of Spring Snow on the back side of the Temple of the Virgin. Bands of snow captured on the ledges and plateus of the peaks, and the angry clouds threatening to leave any ...

2009-10-10T16:33:12Z

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Dusk and the threat of Spring Snow on the back side of the Temple of the Virgin. Bands of snow captured on the ledges and plateus of the peaks, and the angry clouds threatening to leave any ...

Temple of the Virgin at dusk.

2009-02-13T19:54:02Z

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Temple of the Virgin at dusk.

The gap at the 3 Prophets. Dramatic illustration of the topography and the forces that make Zion one of the wonders of Mother Earth. The rugged sensuality of the peaks and cliffs, gives wa ...

2009-02-13T19:57:51Z

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The gap at the 3 Prophets. Dramatic illustration of the topography and the forces that make Zion one of the wonders of Mother Earth. The rugged sensuality of the peaks and cliffs, gives wa ...

Two of the 3 prophets. One wonders what secrets they have and will reveal to those who dare to listen and hear the lessons within each of them.

2009-02-13T19:56:10Z

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Two of the 3 prophets. One wonders what secrets they have and will reveal to those who dare to listen and hear the lessons within each of them.

Ancient captured within stone. If you look carefully you will see the outline of what appears an ancient captured within the rock. Perhaps it is the spirit of the peak revealed or the capt ...

2009-02-13T19:58:39Z

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Ancient captured within stone. If you look carefully you will see the outline of what appears an ancient captured within the rock. Perhaps it is the spirit of the peak revealed or the capt ...

Angel River at base of Table Top mountain. It was still too early for the leaves to begin emerging on the trees. The water far too cold to hint of Spring. The boulders strewn almost whims ...

2009-02-13T19:57:47Z

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Angel River at base of Table Top mountain. It was still too early for the leaves to begin emerging on the trees. The water far too cold to hint of Spring. The boulders strewn almost whims ...

Northern Edge of Tabletop grotto. Note the two formations near the bottom of the picture. Most likely someone's home in days gone by.

2009-02-13T19:56:27Z

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Northern Edge of Tabletop grotto. Note the two formations near the bottom of the picture. Most likely someone's home in days gone by.

Water fall within a Canyon walk. The transformations power of water is no more evident than here. Look closely and you will see how this small waterfall has reshaped the face of this cliff ...

2009-02-13T19:57:31Z

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Water fall within a Canyon walk. The transformations power of water is no more evident than here. Look closely and you will see how this small waterfall has reshaped the face of this cliff ...

Full view of waterfull.

2009-02-13T19:56:10Z

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Full view of waterfull.

Crevice transformation. This waterfall reshaped the depth and width of the crevice that it flows over. No doubt it has been there for many years.

2009-02-13T19:58:38Z

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Crevice transformation. This waterfall reshaped the depth and width of the crevice that it flows over. No doubt it has been there for many years.

Arriving at dusk. When you drive in from the east entrance on a early Spring day, this is likely to be your view. Makes the travel all the more worthwhile.

2009-02-13T19:55:04Z

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Arriving at dusk. When you drive in from the east entrance on a early Spring day, this is likely to be your view. Makes the travel all the more worthwhile.

East entrance puzzle. The road from the east entrance of the park goes through the base of one of the peaks and is so narrow that only one direction of traffic is allowed through at a time. ...

2009-02-13T19:53:54Z

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East entrance puzzle. The road from the east entrance of the park goes through the base of one of the peaks and is so narrow that only one direction of traffic is allowed through at a time. ...

Climbers. There is one area in the park where rope climbing is permitted. This is it. Look closely and you will see two permitees. Look closer still and you will see the welcome sign out f ...

2009-02-13T19:53:49Z

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Climbers. There is one area in the park where rope climbing is permitted. This is it. Look closely and you will see two permitees. Look closer still and you will see the welcome sign out f ...

View from the park across from the main lodge. There is a lodge within the park and across the street is a park. This was taken from that park, looking south down the canyon.

2009-02-13T19:55:55Z

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View from the park across from the main lodge. There is a lodge within the park and across the street is a park. This was taken from that park, looking south down the canyon.

Road to Zion. Sometimes the getting there becomes an integral part of the magic of the experience. This mesa reveals the mineral striations that are found through out canyon country.

2009-02-13T19:57:59Z

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Road to Zion. Sometimes the getting there becomes an integral part of the magic of the experience. This mesa reveals the mineral striations that are found through out canyon country.

Rest stop above northern rim of Grand Canyon.

2009-02-13T19:58:26Z

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Rest stop above northern rim of Grand Canyon.

Yoda. You never know who will accompany you on your journey in the Southwest.

2009-02-13T19:57:57Z

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Yoda. You never know who will accompany you on your journey in the Southwest.

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2009-02-13T19:48:18Z

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