Cottonwood Wash
Capitol Reef National Park
Wayne County, Utah
I only made it a short distance into Cottonwood Wash as the landscape was harsh and the trail became increasingly technical as I made my way towards the slot canyon.
Learn more about Cottonwood Wash – https://www.americansouthwest.net/slot_canyons/cottonwood_wash/canyon.html
Near Goosenecks Overlook
Capitol Reef National Park
Wayne County, Utah
May 2021
The walks were easy and the views expansive at Goosenecks Overlook at Capitol Reef National Park. Don’t miss this stop if you are in Southern Utah!
Visit Capitol Reef National Park – https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/brochures.htm
The Narrows
Zion National Park in Utah
May 2021
Picture walking in cold water on slippery rounded rocks and against the current. That was our experience at The Narrows at Zion National Park.
Canon EOS M5 + EFM 11-22mm lens
Desert Bighorn Sheep
Zion National Park, Utah
May 2021
On the Eastern side of Zion, along Route 9, Bighorn Sheep were abundant at roadside.
Great Basin Rattlesnake
Zion National Park in Utah
While hiking in the backcountry we unknowingly came within a few feet of this small to medium sized rattlesnake. It watched us intently and did not rattle its tail.
Night Sky Over Kolob Mountain
Zion National Park in Utah
May 2021
This shot was taken off of Kolob Terrace Road away from the hustle and bustle of central Zion National Park. I got lucky as a passing car briefly illuminated the mountains to make this shot.
Visit Kolob Terrace – http://www.zionnational-park.com/kolob.htm
Canon M5 + Rokinon 12mm F/2.0 lens
25 second exposure F/2.5 ISO 6400
Hoodoo at Capitol Reef National Park
Notom Bullfrog Road, Utah
May 2021
On our recent trip we did a fair amount of hiking in strong desert sun but luckily this shot was taken out of our minivan’s window.
Learn more about the scenic drives at Capitol Reef National Park – https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/roads.htm
Full Trip Report coming when I have time.
Black Rat Snake
Stokes State Forest
Sussex County NJ
April 2021
This snake all but ignored me while I snapped away with my wide angle lens. Don’t try this with rattlesnakes.
Dave Blinder Nature Photography 