Since we were out west and not knowing if we would ever pass this way again, we decided to visit Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park. The scenery in the park was simply amazing.
We decided to take the 17-mile scenic drive throughout the valley.
This photo shows the East and West Mittens.
Merrick Butte
Elephant Butte
This shows Three Sisters. Looks like the one in the middle is on a diet.
Movie Producer John Ford's Point. He produce several Westerns here starring "John Wayne."
Sunrise Camel Butte
The Hub
Totem Poles
Balanced Rock. Every park has one.
Artist Point
Cly Butte
The window
The View Hotel. Great Sunrises!
The Duke himself. From 1925-2007 a total of 53 movies were shot at Monument Valley.
Forrest Gump Starring Tom Hanks - 1993.
National Lampoon's Vacation starring Chevy Chase 1983.
Valley of the Gods
Rock formations are places of power in which spirits reside, and the formations in the Valley of the Gods are some of the most distinctive. These imposing monoliths are Navajo warriors frozen in stone, who can be appealed to for protection. They are guardians whose power and strength aid young serviceman going to war.
A 17-mile loop through the Valley of the Gods. Kathy did all the driving.
The Valley of the Gods and the Moki Dugway are popular filming locations because of its classic "Western" look.
Filming projects include still shots and moving film for commercial ads, major motion pictures. and events such as the Marlboro Adventure team and hot air balloon rides.
Background shots for the Play Station game were also taken here.
Mexican Hat Area
These are photos taken near Mexican Hat, Utah.
The mountain sculpture is fascinating.
The colors are beautiful to see.
This was taken after we left the Valley of the Gods on the road back to Monument Valley.
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