The snow was already falling as we entered Bryce Canyon. It would continue to come down sporadically for the next two days. The snow was punctuated with magnificent sunbreaks. Each one would have us dash off to the next lookout point to discover another amazing vista.
The park has hundreds of trails that lead down into the various canyons. Most are weather dependent. Before you head down into the rocks you might want to have a quick look at James Franco’s great film “127 Hours”, just so you know what you might not want to do.
The Land of The Hoodoos
These spires and ones similar show up in various places around the globe and, as you can imagine, there is a lot of science and geology around their formation, but one thing they all have in common is that they are truly magical.
“Before there were humans the Legend People lived in that place. There were many of all kinds – birds, animals and lizards, but they had the power to make themselves look like people. For some reason the Legend People in that place were bad, so bad that Coyote turned them all into rocks. You can see them in that place now; some standing in rows, some sitting down, some holding onto others. This is the story the people tell.”
Indian Dick – Paiute elder – 1936
Parting Shot
Do they travel with their own booties or does the bus driver provide them?
Ansel Adams move over, Bruce is in town!
Great black & white photographs. Love them. Perfect choice for that subject.
You did it again: oh yes we want to visit!!
But snow in June? Amazing!
Magnificent vistas. You captured them well.
Wow! I really like the black and white.
These photos are amazing. I love everyone and can see a book ala Ansel Adams.
Fantastic pictures – would like to go there!
Emmerich
Thanks. You should come over. Hiking trails are everywhere.
Was GREAT seeing you two while you were in Arizona. It had definitely been too long. As always your pictures are incredible. We all have our talents and while photography isn’t one of mine, it is clearly one of yours! Best to you both.
Timeless!
We just left the North Rim if the Grand Canyon. It was very warm. Lots of beautiful vistas that my little phone could not do justice.
Thanks for the lovely b&w photos. Makes me want to dig out my old digital camera. Not great but still better than the phone.