Story Behind the Photo: Kolob Canyon
Kolob Canyon is one of the little known sections of Zion National Park. While the park enjoys roughly 3 million visitors per year, only ten percent of those visitors ever see Kolob Canyon. The one hour drive from the main Zion National Park visitors center is likely the reason for fewer visitors, but those that do visit are in for a treat.
After absolutely falling in love with Bryce Canyon, my husband and I were headed south on Interstate 15 back towards Las Vegas, where we were flying out the next day to head home. I had seen on several maps that Kolob Canyon was on our way, so we decided to stop and were so glad we did. From the highway, there is no way to know the beauty that is waiting just around the bend known as Kolob Canyon. With steep red-rock cliffs and stunning views that go on for miles, I was delighted for the surprise views and it was an unexpected highlight. This view is one of many from the Timber Creek Overlook.
Wow, it’s beautiful. Please do share more photos of this place.
July 26, 2011 at 2:58 am
Thanks AJ! More photos are coming up this week:)
July 26, 2011 at 8:49 pm
Great landscape photo. Wonderful composition, focus, and color.
July 26, 2011 at 12:46 pm
Thanks Steve!
July 26, 2011 at 8:46 pm
I too fell in love the Zion and Bryce canyons and would love to return. Very nice color and capture.
July 26, 2011 at 5:11 pm
Thank you Patricia!
July 26, 2011 at 8:46 pm